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Fields of Study > genetics > molecular genetics > mutation > mutagenesis > site-directed mutagenesis
Preferred Term:

site-directed mutagenesis

Definition:
Genetically engineered mutagenesis at a specific site in the DNA molecule that introduces a base substitution, or an insertion or deletion
Concept Schemes:
NALT Core
Broader Concept:
mutagenesis
Entry Terms:
  • targeted mutagenesis
  • site-specific mutagenesis
  • site directed mutagenesis
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/53827
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