Mesh term Genetic Vectors
Browse to parent terms:Genetic Structures
Description
DNA molecules capable of autonomous replication within a host cell and into which other DNA sequences can be inserted and thus amplified. Many are derived from PLASMIDS; BACTERIOPHAGES; or VIRUSES. They are used for transporting foreign genes into recipient cells. Genetic vectors possess a functional replicator site and contain GENETIC MARKERS to facilitate their selective recognition.Browse to child terms:
Chromosomes, Artificial
Cosmids
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