Protocol for constructing whole-genome libraries from mini-biopsies by using laser capture microdissection.

Abstract

Disclosure of the key events in tumor progress will help us deepen the understanding of tumorigenesis. Here, we present a protocol for multi-regional tissue capture of malignant continuum. We describe steps for preparing tissue sections, laser capture microdissection, and whole-genome library preparation, which enable the concurrent analysis of potential driver events in precancer initiation. This protocol overcomes challenges posed by limited DNA quantity and preserves the spatial information of the target regions. For complete details on the use and execution of this protocol, please refer to Li et al.,¹ Chang et al.,² and Chen et al.³.