Mate Pair Library Preparation



Mate pair methods were developed to help produce novel genome assemblies. They enable two DNA fragments that are originally separated by 1-20 kB to be sequenced, working around the tech limitations of short next generation sequencing reads. Knowledge of the distance between these two DNA fragments helps in de novo sequencing where structural variant detection and the identification of rearrangements are important. The combination of mate pair along with shorter paired-end reads maximizes sequencing coverage across repetitive regions and aids in closing contigs and scaffolds into a cohesive genome map.

Whether you’re trying to determine if you need mate-pairs or just need help designing your de novo sequencing project, Genohub can help. Fill out our complementary consultation form and a scientist with mate pair sequencing experience will contact you.

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1-6 kb mate pair
7-15 kb mate pair
16-20 kb mate pair
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Mate Pair Kits

Illumina Nextera Mate Pair

The Nextera Mate Pair Kit has been optimized for use with 1 - 4 µg of genomic DNA and is designed for the construction of libraries for the purposes of de novo assembly of small genomes, genome finishing and detection of structural variations (SVs). After enzymatic fragmentation and adapter tagging (tagmentation), a distribution of fragments with an average insert size of 5kb are generated. Smaller sized fragments circularize more efficiently than larger fragments. After circularization, linear DNA is digested and circularized DNA is sheared. After a cleanup step, a DNA-Seq protocol is followed using a “with bead” approach which reduces the amount of material lost during transfer steps.

Protocol Overview:

  1. Isolation of genomic DNA
  2. Tagmentation reaction
  3. Strand displacement
  4. Size selection (optional)
  5. Circularization
  6. Exonuclease digest of linear DNA
  7. Shearing of circles
  8. Bead purification of Mate Pair fragments
  9. End-Repair
  10. A-tailing
  11. Adapter ligation
  12. PCR amplification