Meaning of the word amplicon in English
What does amplicon mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
amplicon
US /ˈæm.plɪ.kɑːn/
UK /ˈæm.plɪ.kɒn/
Noun
a piece of DNA or RNA that has been amplified or copied, typically by polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
Example:
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The researchers used PCR to generate a specific amplicon for sequencing.
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Analyzing the size of the amplicon can confirm successful PCR.