En EspanolTalking Glossary of Genetic Terms
Christopher P. Austin, M.D. defines Electrophoresis
Electrophoresis
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Electrophoresis is a laboratory technique used to separate DNA, RNA, or protein molecules based on their size and electrical charge. An electric current is used to move molecules to be separated through a gel. Pores in the gel work like a sieve, allowing smaller molecules to move faster than larger molecules. The conditions used during electrophoresis can be adjusted to separate molecules in a desired size range.
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