In this article we will discuss about the principle, requirements and procedure for estimation of RNA. Principle: Ribose (a pentose) in presence of hot acid is converted to furfural which then reacts with orcinol to yield a green colour, read at 660 nm. Requirements: 1. Orcinol: Prepare 10% (W/V) FeCl3. 6H20 solution. To 0.5 ml […]