Synthetic oligonucleotides containing 8-oxo-dG must be cleaved and deprotected with ammonium hydroxide containing 0.25M 2-mercaptoethanol to avoid oxidative degradation of 8-oxo-dG sites.
Frequently Asked Technical Question
QUESTION: How do you deprotect 8-oxo-dG?
RESPONSE:Cleave and deprotect with ammonium hydroxide containing 0.25M 2-mercaptoethanol 17 hours at 55°C to avoid oxidative degradation of the 8-oxo-dG site
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