Proteinase K is not essential for marine eDNA metabarcoding

Abstract Proteinase K (ProK) is regarded as an essential ingredient in most DNA extraction protocols for protein‐rich sample types such as tissue, blood, and mucus. However, ProK is expensive and may be unnecessary when samples are protein‐limited, such as environmental DNA (eDNA) from oligotrophic...

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Main Authors: Molly A. Timmers, Katherine Viehl, Cameron Angulo, Mykle L. Hoban, Robert J. Toonen, Cameron A. J. Walsh, Van Wishingrad, Brian W. Bowen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2024-03-01
Series:Environmental DNA
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/edn3.523