?? What the F*gs! ??

Did you know? Figs, those delightful fruits, have a mention in Genesis. According to the Bible, Adam used the leaves of these trees to cover himself upon realizing his nakedness. ????

Not just a historical accessory, figs are delicious and packed with antioxidants. But what makes them unique in taste and health also poses challenges in DNA extraction. ??

?? Compounds in Figs that Interfere with DNA Extraction: ???

1?? Polyphenolic Compounds: Figs contain flavonoids, tannins, and phenolic acids. These can bind to DNA and proteins, making DNA extraction tricky.?

2?? Latex: The milky sap from Ficus plants can hinder DNA extraction by causing proteins to clump and impeding cell lysis.?

3?? Volatile Compounds: Terpenes and aldehydes in Ficus can affect the quality of extracted DNA.?

4?? Proteases: Known for degrading proteins during DNA extraction, leading to decreased yield and quality.?

5?? Alkaloids: These can interact with DNA, inhibiting extraction or introducing impurities.

But here's the good news! ??

At Wai Genetics, we've developed a solution to navigate these challenges. While fig leaves will cover Adam's jewels, our Wai-buffer ensures the genetic jewels of the fig are open for thorough investigation. Dive deep into the DNA of figs with Wai Genetics! ????