Ethidium Bromide (EtBr) Dye for DNA and RNA Detection

Although ethidium bromide is routinely used to stain DNA in gels, ethidium bromide has also been used to detect protein–DNA complexes in band shift assays and to observe single DNA molecules during gel electrophoresis. Staining of ssDNA or RNA is less sensitive, often requiring 10 times more nucleic acid for equivalent detection.

We offer a 10 mg/mL aqueous solution of ethidium bromide, which can be used as provided or diluted to the desired concentration.

Handle EtBr With Caution
The major drawback to ethidium bromide is that it is a potent mutagen. Ethidium bromide solution must be handled with extreme caution and decontaminated prior to disposal.