Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare seed extraction and gel
- Working sample is prepared from submitted sample.
- Seed to be tested is identified and records completed.
- Single seeds are cut or crushed and transferred to centrifuge tubes.
- Extraction solution is added and mixed with crushed seeds and allowed to stand for prescribed period.
- Tubes are centrifuged and supernatants are collected and stored.
- Gel mixture is prepared and chemicals and used to achieve required level of polymerisation.
- Carry out electrophoresis
- Fix and stain sample
- Evaluate stain
- Maintain a safe work environment
- Established safe work practices and personal protective equipment are used to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel.
- The generation of wastes and environmental impacts are minimised.
- The safe collection of laboratory and hazardous waste for subsequent disposal is ensured.
- Equipment and reagents are cared for and stored as required
- Maintain laboratory records