Homogenization Technologies: Pros and Cons

Homogenization Technologies: Pros and Cons

What type of homogenizer do you need?

Written byLab Manager
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Homogenization is a very common sample preparation technique employed prior to the analysis of nucleic acids, proteins, cells, pathogens, and many other targets.  Technologies for homogenization have developed over time, resulting in a variety of instruments ranging from a basic mortar and pestle, already in use for thousands of years, to modern high pressure and ultrasonic devices.

Learn more about the pros and cons of various homogenizer types.

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