Methods for isolation of nucleic acids from prokaryotic spores

Details Methods for isolation of nucleic acids from prokaryotic spores Methods for isolation of nucleic acids from prokaryotic spores

2011-02-15

2011-02-15

Lu, Frank W (Department: 1634)

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

Measuring or testing process involving enzymes or...

Involving nucleic acid

C435S007320, C435S091100, C435S242000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07888011

ABSTRACT:
The invention provides methods and related products for extracting nucleic acids such as DNA from prokaryotic spores. The invention also encompasses methods for identifying the source of such spores via analysis of the isolated nucleic acids.

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