# RNA handling best practices for Illumina RNA library preparation kits

**RNA Handling Best Practices for input material**

* Avoid extended pauses until RNA is converted to double-stranded cDNA
* Avoid multiple freeze-thaws of input RNA
* Store RNA in RNase-free water or 10 mM tris buffer
* Keep thawed RNA and reagents on ice

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