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NAL Agricultural Thesaurus
U.S. Department of Agriculture

Concept Breadcrumbs

Fields of Study > genetics > molecular genetics > genetic techniques and protocols > gene targeting
Research, Technology, Methods > methodology > laboratory techniques > genetic techniques and protocols > gene targeting
Preferred Term:

gene targeting

Definition:
The integration of exogenous DNA into the genome of an organism at sites where its expression can be suitably controlled. This integration occurs as a result of homologous recombination.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
genetic techniques and protocols
Related Concepts:
Entry Terms:
  • gene knockdown
  • gene transplacement
  • gene knockout
  • gene trapping
  • gene disruption
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/42582
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RDF/XMLCreated 2006-01-19, last modified 2018-01-16
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