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[Automated-sequencing] Library prep inquiry

Sindhuja Devanapally via autoseq%40net.bio.net (by sindhujadevanapally from gmail.com)
Tue Mar 6 14:40:27 EST 2012


Hi,

I have a question related to library prep of genomic DNA (*C.elegans*)
prior to whole genome sequencing using Illumina platform.

With previous samples, my lab had used fragmented DNA of size range 100-250
bp before sending it for sequencing. However, the Bioanalyzer results gave
us an unwanted DNA smear at 90 bp region which we presumed were
adapter-dimers. We had then performed gel extraction/purification for a
second time before sequencing.

To avoid that again with our new samples, we thought it would be better to
use fragmented DNA of the size range 300-600 bp.

- What difference, if any, will this make in any aspect (e.g.: number of
reads for each base)?
- Will this affect the amount of coverage as compared to before?

Thank you for your time.

Best,
Sindhuja


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