How do you use a Micropipette? A step-by-step guide!

The Micropipette is the most important tool in the molecular biology lab - but how do you use one?

0:00 Introduction
0:19 What is a micropipette?
0:52 Step 1: Choose the right micropipette
1:46 Step 2: Set the volume
2:50 Step 3: Use a fresh tip
4:09 Step 4: Draw up and dispense the liquid
5:35 Step 5: Eject the tip

This practical guide introduces you to the basics of how to use a Micropipette with advice for things to avoid and Pro-Tips so you can hit the ground running.

Cartoon Illustrations by Michelle Lotker

This video is copyright Jayme Dyer, published under the Creative Commons CC-BY SA 4.0 license.

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