Effect of laundry detergent on qualities and quantities of extracted deoxyribonucleic acid using the DIY method

Abstract

The Do-It-Yourself (DIY) DNA Extraction Method is a simple, at-home procedure for obtaining DNA from a variety of living things. Detergents, such as sodium dodecyl sulphate (SDS) or sodium lauryl sulphate (EDTA), play a crucial role in this process. This study aims to investigate the impact of liquid laundry detergents on DNA quality and quantity using a DIY method. Despite the proven effectiveness of simple DIY methods for DNA extraction using various detergents, there remains a lack of adequate research on how different types of liquid laundry detergents may impact the quality and quantity of DNA extraction.