List ways in which contamination of PCR reactions can be minimized
What will be an ideal response
1. Segregation of functions to different lab areas—sample extraction, amplification, analysis of amplicons
2. Segregation of equipment for each step in the procedure
3. Use of aerosol minimizing pipette tips with filters
4. Wearing gloves, lab coats, etc.
5. Decontamination of equipment and work areas with bleach, nucleases and/or UV light
6. Keeping samples capped/covered
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