DNA/RNA-EMBEDDING MEDIUM AND METHOD OF USE

摘要

A medium for embedding single cells or cell tissue for preserving for an extended period of time, in a state suitable for DNA and/or RNA amplification, native DNA and/or RNA at a temperature of 0.degree.C or below consists essentially of an aqueous solution of one or several water- soluble cellulose derivatives and, optionally, an osmotic pressure stabilizing agent. Also disclosed is a method of amplification of DNA and/or RNA thus preserved, and amplified DNA or RNA obtained by the method.