A simple and inexpensive DNA purification for malignant hyperthermia PCR detection in porcine hair roots.

We isolated DNA from porcine hair roots by silica matrix. Purified DNA is suitable for PCR analysis of malignant hyperthermia in the pig breeds. The using of hair roots as a source of DNA provides noninvasivity and it is also convenient for breeders. We compared amplification of DNA purified by silica matrix and Prep-A-gene kit. DNA purification by silica is as effective as Prep-A-gene purification and it is advantageous because of the low price.