Preferred Term:
DNA footprinting
Definition:
A method for determining the sequence specificity of DNA-binding proteins. DNA footprinting utilizes a DNA damaging agent (either a chemical reagent or a nuclease) which cleaves DNA at every base pair.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
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URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/34186
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