The comet assay in marine animals

Methods Mol Biol. 2013:1044:363-72. doi: 10.1007/978-1-62703-529-3_19.

Abstract

Comet assay is a quick and versatile technique for assessing DNA damage in individual cells. It allows the detection of DNA single- and double-strand breaks, as well as the presence of alkali-labile sites and cross-links. Here we describe the protocols for the single-cell gel electrophoresis (Comet) assay in its alkaline (pH > 13), mild alkaline (pH = 12.1), and neutral (pH = 8) versions, when applied in marine animals.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Aquatic Organisms / genetics*
  • Comet Assay / methods*
  • DNA Damage
  • Diffusion
  • Hydrogen-Ion Concentration
  • Oxidative Stress / genetics