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Helicase-dependent amplification of RNA

US7662594B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 5, 2006
Grant dateFeb 16, 2010
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Expiry dateMay 30, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N15/1096
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and a kit are provided for selectively and exponentially amplifying nucleic acids and include the use of a single strand helicase preparation or a thermostable helicase in the absence of a single strand binding protein and a DNA polymerase such that the amplification can be performed isothermally.

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