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What are the limitations of capillary electrophoresis compared to conventional polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis?

Posted May 6, 2024

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Capillary electrophoresis has limitations when it comes to separating large molecules and may need specialized equipment for certain tasks. It's also sensitive to variations in buffer composition. Capillaries may also become clogged and require regular maintenance.

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