Random Amplified Polymorphic Dna Technique
Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA (RAPD) technique is a technique used in molecular biology to identify genetic variations between organisms. It is a simple, highly sensitive and cost effective method used to detect genetic variations between different individuals within a species. The RAPD technique involves the amplification of random segments of DNA with short primers, which when visualised on a gel can reveal unique polymorphic patterns that are characteristic to the individual. This technique has been used in many areas of research including fingerprinting, disease diagnosis, evolution studies and microbial strain identification. RAPD can also be employed as an effective tool for genetic fingerprinting, as it is able to identify polymorphic DNA sequences between individuals. This technique has advanced the field of molecular genetics and provides a powerful tool to identify and characterise biological samples.
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