Enhanced detection of RNA using a panel of truncated gene-specific primers for reverse transcription
US7981616B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 25, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jul 19, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 25, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Q2600/158
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides truncated gene-specific primers in panels that can be used during the reverse transcription step of RT-PCR to increase signal detection of cancer gene markers in a tissue sample. Also provided are forward and reverse primers for RT-PCR. Methods of using the primers are also provided.
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