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DNA Concentration Calculator

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This calculator determines the concentration of DNA, RNA, or custom oligonucleotides based on absorbance measurements at 260nm.

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter Absorbance at 260nm, Dilution Factor, Extinction Coefficient (µg/mL), and Path Length (cm) in the units shown.

Step 2

Read DNA Concentration in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

Example calculations

See the inputs and their calculated results.

Standard DNA

Absorbance at 260nm: 1; Dilution Factor: 1; Extinction Coefficient (µg/mL): 50; Path Length (cm): 1

DNA Concentration: 50 µg/mL

Standard RNA

Absorbance at 260nm: 1; Dilution Factor: 1; Extinction Coefficient (µg/mL): 40; Path Length (cm): 1

DNA Concentration: 40 µg/mL

High Concentration

Absorbance at 260nm: 2; Dilution Factor: 1; Extinction Coefficient (µg/mL): 50; Path Length (cm): 1

DNA Concentration: 100 µg/mL

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