Marker gene
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-016588
In genetic engineering, an easily identified gene that is inserted into an organism, along with a desired gene. The presence of the marker gene demonstrates that the transformation was successful.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-016588 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| Subject | Research |
| References | NOAA Coral Reef Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"term_source": "Marker Gene",
"definition": "In genetic engineering, an easily identified gene that is inserted into an organism, along with a desired gene. The presence of the marker gene demonstrates that the transformation was successful.",
"subject": "Research",
"references": [
"NOAA Coral Reef Glossary"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/marker-gene/"
}
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