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primer
A short DNA or RNA fragment annealed to a template of single-stranded DNA, providing a 3´ hydroxyl end from which DNA polymerase extends a new DNA strand to produce a duplex molecule.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Biotechnology
- Category: Genetic engineering
- Organization: FAO
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