Continuing Education Courses
Continuing Education for MLS & MLT
Continuing Education for Phlebotomists
Continuing Education for Histologists
HR Courses
Intro to the Medical Lab
Video Continuing Education Courses
All Available Courses
Exam Simulators
Exam Simulator for MLS & MLT
NSH + LabCE Histology Exam Simulator
Phlebotomy Exam Simulator
Molecular Exam Simulator
Case Simulators
RBC Morphology Simulator
White Blood Cell Differential Case Simulator
Advanced WBC Differential Case Simulator
Urinalysis Case Simulator
Body Fluid Case Simulator
Bacteriology Case Simulator
Blood Culture Gram Stain Case Simulator
LabCE Quiz Game
Contact & Support
Log In
Log In
Troubleshooting Irregular, Distorted or Atypical Bands
This version of the course is no longer available.
Need multiple seats for your university or lab?
Get a quote
The page below is a sample from the LabCE course
Electrophoresis
. Access the complete course and earn ASCLS P.A.C.E.-approved continuing education credits by subscribing online.
Learn more about Electrophoresis (online CE course)
Troubleshooting Irregular, Distorted or Atypical Bands
Band Appearance
Possible Cause
Short Migration Patterns
Contaminated or Aged Buffer
Diffuse Bands
Markedly Wet Gels
Poor Sample Application
Streaks Perpendicular to Bands
Tearing/Poking Gel in Sample Application
Weak Bands
Not Enough Sample
Not Enough Stain
Other Causes of Irregular and Distorted Bands
Hemolyzed Sample
Bent or Dirty Applicator
Air Bubbles in Sample Application
Too Much Sample
Wick Flow
Too Much Heat or Drying
X
×