Minisatellite

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007404",
  "term": "Minisatellite",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A region of DNA consisting of tandemly repeated nucleotide sequences, typically 10 to 100 base pairs in length. The number of repeats at a particular locus can vary significantly among individuals, making them highly polymorphic. These variations are used in genetic fingerprinting, paternity testing, and studies of genetic linkage.",
  "synonyms": [
    "variable number tandem repeat (VNTR)"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "microsatellite"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 780 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/minisatellite/"
}