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Infinium Assay for Large-scale SNP Genotyping Applications
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Recent patents on high-throughput single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) genotyping methods.
Francisco de Paula Careta1, Greiciane Gaburro Paneto
1Federal University of Espirito Santo, CCA - Alegre, Espirito Santo, Brazil.
Recent Patents on DNA & Gene Sequences
|June 8, 2012
Summary
Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) are common genetic variations used in association studies. This review covers recent high-throughput SNP genotyping methods and associated patents.
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Biotechnology
Background:
- Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) are common, single-base inheritable genetic variations.
- SNPs serve as crucial markers in genetic association studies for disease susceptibility, adverse drug reactions, evolutionary biology, and forensic science.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent advancements in high-throughput SNP genotyping technologies.
- To discuss newly patented SNP genotyping methods.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on SNP genotyping technologies.
- Analysis of recent patent filings related to SNP genotyping.
Main Results:
- Multiple high-throughput SNP genotyping technologies are available, each with distinct characteristics regarding scale, accuracy, throughput, and cost.
- The biotechnology sector is actively developing and patenting novel SNP genotyping methods.
Conclusions:
- The development of high-throughput SNP genotyping methods is a key focus in biotechnology due to the significant impact of SNPs.
- Ongoing innovation in SNP genotyping technologies promises improved capabilities for genetic research and applications.
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