What the best troubleshooting method when using a dark extract with FRAPP Assay?

08 January 2025 0 4K Report

When doing a FRAP Assay I am having problems with getting results using extracts that are a dark green color and affecting color change during assay. What is the best way to get correct color change results when working with dark extracts? I have attached a picture if the final color change after color reagent was added.

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