What is electropherogram?

An electropherogram is a graphical representation of the results obtained from electrophoresis, a technique used to separate and analyze molecules based on their size and charge. Electropherograms are commonly used in molecular biology and biochemistry to analyze DNA, RNA, proteins, and other biomolecules.

In an electropherogram, the x-axis represents the size of the molecules being analyzed, usually in base pairs for DNA or nucleotides for RNA. The y-axis represents the intensity of the signal detected, which correlates to the amount of the molecule present in the sample.

Electropherograms can provide information about the size, quantity, and purity of the molecules being analyzed. They are often used in research and clinical settings to compare samples, identify genetic mutations, and quantify biomolecules.

Electropherograms are typically analyzed using specialized software that allows for quantification and comparison of samples. They are a valuable tool in molecular biology and are widely used in genomics, proteomics, and clinical diagnostics.