Name: Stool Total RNA Purification Kit
Brand: Norgen Biotek Corp.
SKU: 49500
Price: 479.000000 USD
Availability: InStock

Features and Benefits

Simultaneous isolation of both host RNA and microbial RNA (universal protocol)
Isolate full diversity of RNA from large RNA down to small and microRNAs
Eliminates PCR inhibitors including humic acids
High quality RNA for sensitive downstream application
Purification is based on spin column chromatography that uses Norgen’s proprietary resin separation matrix

This kit provides a convenient and rapid method to purify total RNA from small amounts of stool samples. All types of stool samples can be processed with this kit, including animal fecal samples, manure and samples collected using Norgen's Stool Nucleic Acid Collection and Preservation Tubes (Cat. 45660). The kit removes all traces of humic acids using rapid and simple spin column procedures. Bead tubes are also provided for effective homogenization of stool. The kit purifies all sizes of RNA, from large mRNA and ribosomal RNA down to microRNA and small interfering RNA. Both host and microbial RNA is recovered. The protocol does not rely on the use of phenol or chloroform, thereby providing a user friendly procedure and allowing high-throughput analysis. The purified RNA is of the highest integrity, and can be used in a number of downstream applications including real time PCR and reverse transcription PCR for gene expression analysis. The procedure can be completed in approximately 30 minutes for 10 samples.

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Supporting Data

Figure 1. High yields of stool total RNA were purified from 200 mg of human stool using Norgen's Stool RNA Purification Kit and a leading competitor's kit, in triplicate. For analysis, 7.5 µL of each 75 µL elution was loaded on a 1.2 % 1x MOPS formaldehyde-agarose gel. Norgen's kit was found to have a higher yield of RNA, isolated from 200 mg of human infant stool.

Figure 2. Yield and Quality of Purified Stool RNA. Total RNA was isolated from 200 mg of human stool using Norgen's Stool RNA Purification Kit and a leading competitor kit. Comparisons were then made based on yield, and A260:A280/A260:A230 ratios measured using the NanoVue Plus™. In Panel A it can be seen that both kits isolated RNA with high A260:A280 ratios (all samples were found to be above 1.8 and below 2.2). In Panel B, Norgen's kit was found to isolate RNA with a high A260:A230 (with all samples once again falling in the 1.8-2.2 range). The competitor kit, however, was found to isolate RNA with extremely low A260:A230 ratios, with none of the samples displaying a A260:A230 ratio higher than 0.20. The results in Panel C are in agreement with the gel photo from Figure 1, and Norgen's kit was found to isolate higher amounts of RNA, with an average yield of 14.58 µg, compared to the competitor’s average of 12.26 µg.

Figure 3. Detection of Bacterial Stool RNA using 16S Primers. Total stool RNA was isolated from 200 mg human stool samples using Norgen's Stool RNA Purification Kit and a leading competitor’s kit. Five microliters of purified RNA was used in a 20 µL reverse-transcription reaction using Invitrogen's Superscript III system with 16S reverse primers. The cDNA generated was then used in a qPCR reaction involving Norgen's 2X PCR Mastermix spiked with SYBR green (Bio-Rad), using 0.3µM of primers against bacterial 16S. As can be seen in the amplification plot, Norgen's kit outperformed the leading competitor's kit by on average 1.5 Ct values. This indicates that Norgen isolated higher quality and yields of RNA from stool, that can be used in an array of downstream applications.

Kit Specifications
Maximum Stool Input	200 mg (fresh/frozen stool) or 400 μL (preserved stool)
Type of Stool Processed	Preserved, fresh, and frozen stool from humans and animals
Maximum Column Binding Capacity	50 μg
Maximum Column Loading Volume	600 μL
Time to Complete 10 Purifications	30 minutes

Storage Conditions and Product Stability
All solutions should be kept tightly sealed and stored at room temperature. This kit is stable for 2 years after the date of shipment.

Component	Cat. 49500 (50 preps)
Lysis Buffer C	60 mL
Wash Solution A	38 mL
Elution Buffer E	6 mL
Bead Tubes	50
Spin Columns	50
Collection Tubes	50
Elution Tubes (1.7 mL)	50
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Why do I have poor RNA recovery?

Poor RNA recovery could be due to one or more of the following:

Homogenization was incomplete.
Depending on the sample, further vortexing with the flat bed vortex or bead beater equipment may be required. However, it is not recommended to increase the vortex time to longer than 10 minutes at maximum speed.
Column has become clogged.
Do not exceed the recommended input amount of 200 mg of stool. The amount of starting material may need to be decreased if the column shows clogging below the recommended levels.
An alternative Elution Buffer was used.
It is recommended that the Elution Buffer E supplied with this kit be used for maximum RNA recovery.
Ethanol was not added to the lysate.
Ensure that the appropriate amount of ethanol is added to the lysate before binding to the column.
Ethanol was not added to the Wash Solution A.
Ensure that 90 mL of 96-100% ethanol is added to the supplied Wash Solution A prior to use.

Why is the RNA degrading?

RNA can be degraded due to following factors:

RNase contamination.
RNases may be introduced during the use of the kit. Ensure proper procedures are followed when working with RNA. Please refer to “Working with RNA” at the beginning of the product protocol documentation.
Improper storage of the purified RNA.
For short term storage RNA samples may be stored at –20°C for a few days. It is recommended that samples be stored at –70°C for longer term storage.
DNase used may not be RNAse-free.
Ensure that the DNase being used for the optional On Column DNA Removal step is RNase-free, in order to prevent possible problems with RNA degradation.

Why is the RNA not performing well in downstream applications?

If the RNA does not perform well in downstream applications, It may be due to one or more of the following:

RNA was not washed with Binding Buffer B and Wash solution A.
Traces of humic acids and salt from the binding step may remain in the sample if the column is not washed with Binding Buffer B and 2 times with Wash Solution A. Salt may interfere with downstream applications, and thus must be washed from the column.
Ethanol carryover.
Ensure that the dry spin under the Column Wash procedure is performed, in order to remove traces of ethanol prior to elution. Ethanol is known to interfere with many downstream applications.

Does Stool Total RNA Purification Kit work with preserved stool?

Yes, the Stool Total RNA Purification Kit is compatible with samples preserved with Norgen's stool preservative. Please refer to our Application Note here

Is the Stool Total RNA Purification Kit compatible with samples stabilized in RNA protective reagents?

Yes, our Stool Total RNA Purification kit has been used successfully with bacterial pellets resuspended and stored in RNAlater®. Please contact our technical support team at support@norgenbiotek.com and ask for reference publications.

Citations

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Title	Feasibility of miRNA Extraction and Amplification From Chicken Caecal Content in Eimeria tenella INFECTION
Citation	Journal of Comparative Pathology 2018.
Authors	Fernando, S., Blake, D. P., & Williams, J. M. (2018).

Title	Multiplex reverse transcription quantitative PCR detection of a single-stranded RNA virus HcRNAV infecting the bloom-forming dinoflagellate Heterocapsa circularisquama
Citation	Limnology and Oceanography 2016.
Authors	N Nakayama, M Hamaguchi

Title	Modulation of the Intestinal Microbiota Is Associated with Lower Plasma Cholesterol and Weight Gain in Hamsters Fed Chardonnay Grape Seed Flour
Citation	Journal of Agriculatural and Food Chemistry 2015.
Authors	H Kim, DH Kim, K Seo, JW Chon, SY Nah, GE Bartley, T Arvik, R Lipson, W Yokoyama

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