Preservation of mollusc tissue for molecular analyses?

12 December 2013 1 537 Report

Can anyone relay some advice as to the best way to preserve mollusc (soft-shell clam) tissue for gene expression/lipid profile analyses? What is the longevity of preservation?

Jeff C. Clements

Much thanks Artur!

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