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Bartovation Super Taster Test Genetics Lab Kit with Instructions, Phenylthiourea (PTC), Sodium Benzoate [Each Vial Includes 100 Paper Strips]

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Brand Bartovation
Unit Count 400.0 Count
Material PE_(Polyethylene), PS_(Polystyrene), PLA_(Polylactic_Acid), Paper

About this item

  • Each vial contains 100 papers
  • Test the genetically-determined flavor reaction of college students and families
  • Perfect for demonstrating genetic pedigrees and learning approximately genotypes and phenotypes
  • Contains ptc test strips, sodium benzoate paper, thiourea paper, and control paper

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Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 3.62 x 2.92 x 0.91 inches; 0.35 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ PGE99K
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ June 5, 2014
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Bartovation
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B019MACBOG
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 423 ratings

Product Description

PTC taste test paper

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About Bartovation

From our headquarters in Queens, New York and with the help of our distributor network, we service customers all around the globe. We specialize in the production and distribution of testing strips for virtually every application. We value every one of our customers and strive to make them happy and satisfied.

  • This product is proudly Made in America

Super Taster Test Genetics Lab Kit with Instructions

For Genetic Taste Testing

This kit is all you need for a controlled demonstration of genetics and heredity. These strips can be used to help determine if a person is a ‘supertaster’ and can effectively demonstrate the effects of heredity on taste. The set includes one vial of each of the following: PTC (pheylthiocarbamide), sodium benzoate, thiourea, and control paper and also includes instructions for a lab experiment. Supertasters have the TAS2R38 gene, a bitter taste receptor which enables them to detect PTC.

  • Are you a supertaster? Find out with this simple and fun test!
  • Contains 100 strips each of ptc, sodium benzoate, thiourea, and control paper.
  • Perfect for demonstrating genetic pedigrees and learning about genotypes and phenotypes
  • Reproducible family pedigree chart and lab instructions for a blind taste test
  • Test the genetically-determined taste response of students and families

This product is all you need for a demonstration of genetics and heredity. These strips can be used to help determine if a person is a ‘supertester’ and can be used to effectively demonstrate the effects of heredity on taste. Use these strips to determine genotype and phenotype, and use the control (untreated paper) as a placebo to add validity to your experiment. Designed to be a blind taste test, it can also give you insight into if the foods you like and dislike are driven by your genetics!

The set includes one vial of each of the following: PTC (pheylthiocarbamide), sodium benzoate, thiourea, and control paper and also includes downloadable instructions for a lab experiment. Each vial contains 100 paper strips. The set also includes a reproducible family pedigree chart and teacher’s instructions. Replacement vials can be ordered separately.

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
423 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, performance, accuracy, and educational value of the lab supply. For example, they mention that it's fun at home experiment, great for teaching genetics, and works well. Opinions are mixed on the documentation.

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20 customers mention17 positive3 negative

Customers like the quality of the lab supply. They say it's fun, informative, and great for students to experiment with. Some mention that it'll be a great activity for the science classroom and a fun activity for family reunions. However, some customers are skeptical about accuracy.

"These are very easy to use. Good quality for the money. We really enjoyed doing the tests." Read more

"These were so fun to use with my family! I am not a super taster but my two sons are and my husband has partial...." Read more

"...Nice product. I will buy it again." Read more

"Overall, this was a fun at home experiment. However, the PTC samples were not consistent...." Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the lab supply. They mention that it works well, produces better results, and is helpful.

"These worked great for my class experiment." Read more

"...sat down one evening after dinner and did blind testing...the results were surprising...." Read more

"...Better results, better discussion, and better science!" Read more

"Worked perfectly in class. Having the control with the 3 tests was absolutely necessary...." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the accuracy of the lab supply. They mention that it is accurate for testing super tasters, and the test papers were exactly as expected.

"My students thoroughly enjoyed this kit. The test papers were exactly as I expected, so I am rating this highly...." Read more

"Very accurate. Comparable to the ones purchased from Carolina Laboratories. Worked perfectly." Read more

"Accurate testing for super tasters..." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers find the lab supply great for teaching genetics and say it truly shows genetic variation.

"...Great for teaching genetics." Read more

"My students loved this activity and it truly showed genetic variation." Read more

"This is perfect for teaching genetics. Students learn about themselves...." Read more

14 customers mention9 positive5 negative

Customers are mixed about the documentation. Some find the lab instructions detailed and easy to follow, making the lab easy and fun for students beginning the study of genetics. However, others say the included directions are confusing, weak, and make no sense.

"These are very easy to use. Good quality for the money. We really enjoyed doing the tests." Read more

"...Better results, better discussion, and better science!" Read more

"...It makes almost no sense. I had to google each of the compounds to find out how they test and what they are. The test is easy to do...." Read more

"...It was a lot of fun and informative. The directions are important for keeping the results accurate." Read more

3 customers mention0 positive3 negative

Customers dislike the taste of the lab supply. They say they were unable to taste a single one.

"While this kit does not have all of the types of tasting, and the included lab could use a re-write to make it a bit more academic, the kit gave me..." Read more

"...I tried three samples, with one being incredibly bitter and foul tasting while the other two barely registered...." Read more

"...compounds included in this kit, but unfortunately I was unable to taste a single one of them...." Read more

questionable quality
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questionable quality
This packet arrived quickly and well-labeled, however there were multiple hairs in the package! They looked like eyelashes; I'm not exactly sure, but it certainly made me question the quality of the facility these are packed in. Yuck.
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