DNA sequencing in a monolithic microchannel device

Electrophoresis. 2000 Jan;21(1):150-6. doi: 10.1002/(SICI)1522-2683(20000101)21:1<150::AID-ELPS150>3.0.CO;2-5.

Abstract

We present 50 cm long microchannels in a monolithic device for high resolution, long read-length DNA sequencing. These devices were fabricated and bonded in borofloat glass using unconventional photolithography techniques with 48-188 independent, straight microchannels. The microchannel DNA separation was tested with POP-6 polymer and a DNA sequencing ladder separated at room temperature and 200 V/cm. Single-base resolution greater than 600 bases was achieved and the sequence base called to 640 bases with 98% accuracy. Under the same experimental conditions, the performance of the microchip was identical to a fused-silica capillary with similar cross-sectional area.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Base Sequence
  • DNA / analysis*
  • DNA / genetics*
  • Electrophoresis / methods*
  • Equipment and Supplies
  • Humans
  • Molecular Sequence Data
  • Sequence Analysis, DNA / methods*

Substances

  • DNA