Conceptual Image (2 of 2) (IMAGE)

University of Washington

Conceptual Image (2 of 2)

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This conceptual image shows probe and target complexes at different stages of the reaction that checks for mutations. The red dots represent mutations in a target base pair, while sequences with illuminated green lights indicate that no mutation was found in the reaction.

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Yan Liang, <a target="_blank"href="http://L2XY2.com">L2XY2.com</a>

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