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Methods for DNA sequencing with thermus aquaticus DNA polymerase

US5075216A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 23, 1988
Grant dateDec 24, 1991
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Expiry dateSep 23, 2008

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S436/808
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Dideoxynucleotide DNA sequencing methods can be dramatically improved by utilizing the DNA polymerase from Thermus aquaticus to catalyze the primer extension reactions.

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