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Random mutagenesis by PCR.

D S Wilson1, A D Keefe

  • 1Zyomyx, Hayward, California, USA.

Current Protocols in Molecular Biology
|February 12, 2008
PubMed
Summary
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Error-prone PCR (EP-PCR) enables targeted random DNA mutagenesis for sequences too long for chemical synthesis. This method controls mutation rates by adjusting PCR cycles and reaction conditions, allowing gene or gene segment modification.

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Area of Science:

  • Molecular Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Error-prone PCR (EP-PCR) is essential for introducing random mutations into DNA segments exceeding chemical synthesis limits.
  • The technique allows precise definition of mutated regions using specific PCR primers, enabling whole gene or partial gene mutagenesis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a robust Error-prone PCR (EP-PCR) method for generating mutant DNA libraries.
  • To detail the control of mutation frequency through EP-PCR parameters.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing Taq DNA polymerase's inherent low fidelity, enhanced by Mn2+ and Mg2+ concentrations, and unequal dNTP concentrations.
  • Defining mutation boundaries with specific 5' and 3' PCR primers.
  • Controlling the average number of mutations per fragment by adjusting the number of EP-PCR doublings.

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Main Results:

  • Successful application of EP-PCR to a 400-bp DNA sequence.
  • Development of an alternate protocol for creating mutant DNA libraries.
  • Demonstrated control over mutation frequency via EP-PCR parameters.

Conclusions:

  • EP-PCR is a versatile and controllable method for generating targeted random DNA mutations.
  • The described technique facilitates the creation of mutant DNA libraries for various research applications.
  • Optimization of reaction conditions allows fine-tuning of mutation rates for specific experimental needs.