NP-40 Surfact-Amps™ Detergent Solution, 6 x 10 mL - FAQs

Will NP-40 affect the migration of the samples in the SDS-PAGE gel?

Yes. All detergents and even phospholipids in cell extracts will form mixed micelles with SDS and migrate down into the gel.

They can also interfere with the SDS:protein binding equilibrium. Most of the nonionic detergents significantly interfere with SDS-PAGE.

We recommend that you keep the ratio of SDS to lipid or other detergent at 10:1 (or greater) to minimize these effects.

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our Protein Electrophoresis and Western Blotting Support Center.