Homology search and screening is used for
Question and options
Homology search and screening is used for
- DNA sequencing
- Gene isolation
- Gene therapy
- DNA fingerprinting
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - Gene isolation
Homology search and screening (using known sequences or probes to find similar genes in libraries) is used for gene isolation/cloning. DNA sequencing and DNA fingerprinting analyse DNA already in hand rather than locate a new gene by its similarity to a known one.
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