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PCR reaction mixtures with decreased non-specific activity

US8916352B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 10, 2012
Grant dateDec 23, 2014
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Expiry dateJun 6, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07K2319/80
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides methods for improving the specificity of nucleic acid amplification comprising incubating a nucleic acid molecule with a polymerase-Sso7 DNA binding domain conjugate and arginine, spermidine, or spermine. The present invention also provides reaction mixtures and kits for improving the specificity of nucleic acid amplification.

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