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Method for analyzing a nucleotide sequence

US5728526A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 7, 1995
Grant dateMar 17, 1998
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Expiry dateJun 7, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Q2600/156
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for analyzing a target nucleotide sequence which exists in a first state or a different second state which makes the method particularly useful for determining point mutations. The method uses a first polynucleotide which is immobilized on a solid support and which is at least partially complementary to a first segment of the target nucleotide sequence. By means of a series of steps, a product of the first polynucleotide and a further polynucleotide that contains a detectable label can be obtained. When the state to be analyzed occurs in a rare population, amplification can be conducted so that substantially only amplification of the target nucleotide sequence in one of the states is attained. The method can be used to analyze multiple target sequences simultaneously. A kit which can be used in the method is also set forth.

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