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Fields of Study > genetics > molecular genetics > genetic techniques and protocols > genotyping > genotyping errors > allelic dropouts
Research, Technology, Methods > methodology > laboratory techniques > genetic techniques and protocols > genotyping > genotyping errors > allelic dropouts
Preferred Term:

allelic dropouts

Definition:
Inability to detect or identify one or both allelic copies of a genetic locus after nucleic acid amplification. It results in a heterozygous cell appearing to be homozygous.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
genotyping errors
Related Concepts:
Entry Terms:
  • allele droupouts
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/275963
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RDF/XMLCreated 2016-04-04, last modified 2016-11-14