Bacteria Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) | Pulsed-Field Gel Electrophoresis (PFGE)
How PFGE and WGS are used to detect illness outbreaks? DNA fingerprinting is often performed on bacteria isolated from people who
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DNA
Next Generation Sequencing NGS
Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) is a new DNA sequencing technology that has completely changed the way genomic research is done
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What is Ames Testing?
Today, Contract Laboratory received a request from a company for Ames Testing. The Ames test is an assay used throughout
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Genetics Research with Genetic Markers
Genetic markers are bits of genetic material, like genes or a DNA sequence, that are easily identifiable and used in
Read moreDNA Microarray
Also called a gene chip or a DNA chip, a DNA microarray is a solid surface made up of thousands
Read moreCommonly Used Genetic Markers
A genetic marker is a gene whose location on a chromosome is known and can be used to identify a
Read moreRiboPrinting
Riboprinting is a tool that produces reproducible results and is used to help study variances in microorganisms, most commonly bacteria.
Read moreKaryotyping Chromosome Analysis Used in Genetics Testing
Chromosome analysis, also called karyotyping, is a test done to examine the chromosomes in a cell sample. Examining chromosomes
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Residual DNA Testing | Host Cell DNA Analysis
Residual DNA testing, or host cell DNA analysis, is the examination of products for traces of DNA that have been
Read moreWhat is DNA purification?
DNA purification is an important step in studying genomics, molecular biology, and other clinical research. It is helpful in extracting
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