Synonym(s)
- DNA sequencing
- gene sequencing
- sequencing
Definition(s)
- Process by which the nucleotide sequence is determined for a segment of DNA.
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Definition from: GeneReviews
from the University of Washington and the National Center for Biotechnology Information
- DNA sequencing is a laboratory technique used to determine the exact sequence of bases (A, C, G, and T) in a DNA molecule. The DNA base sequence carries the information a cell needs to assemble protein and RNA molecules. DNA sequence information is important to scientists investigating the functions of genes. The technology of DNA sequencing was made faster and less expensive as a part of the Human Genome Project.
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Definition from: Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms from the National Human Genome Research Institute
Related discussion in the Handbook
See also Understanding Medical Terminology.
