Western Blot Simulation

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General Aim of Western Blot Simulation

To detect a specific protein in a sample using western blot technique during the western blot simulation.

 

Method of Western Blot Simulation

Electroblotting of proteins into nitrocellulose membrane in western blot virtual lab.

Learning Objectives (ILOs)

  • By the end of western blot simulation, student will be able:

  • To identify the theory behind western blot protocol.
  • To fully comprehend the steps of western blot test.
  • To design a complete western blot assat experiment.
  • To analyze the visualized western blot protein quantification.

Theoretical Background / Context

  • A blot, in molecular biology, is the technique that involves the transfer of DNA, RNA, and proteins (immunoblot). 
  • Labeled probes or antibodies can bind blotted proteins and reveal them, making it easier to study them.from a gel to a membrane (nitrocellulose or PVDF). 
  • Proteins can be detected by western blot analysis
  • Western blot analyse is a laboratory technique used to detect and quantify specific proteins within a biological sample.

Principle Work of Western Blot Simulation

  • Western blot is a commonly used technique designed to study a specific protein in a sample containing many other proteins using the wet lab techniques list. 
  • In western blot simulation, samples are extracted then separated by gel electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE) according to their molecular weight. 
  • Then, the proteins are electrophoretically transferred (blotted) to a more durable surface (e.g. nitrocellulose membrane western blot or PVDF membrane) during western blot simulation. 
  • Finally, a specific antibody is used to detect the protein of interest during western blot animation.
  • The bound and labeled protein can be visualized giving information about its molecular weight and relative quantity.

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