Gene Library
| Definition: |
A large collection of DNA fragments cloned (CLONING, MOLECULAR) from a given organism, tissue, organ, or cell type. It may contain complete genomic sequences (GENOMIC LIBRARY) or complementary DNA sequences, the latter being formed from messenger RNA and lacking intron sequences. |
| Notes: |
do not confuse with GENOMIC LIBRARY |
| Also Called: |
cDNA Library,DNA Library |
| Previously Indexed: |
Base Sequence (1978-1989),Cloning, Molecular (1980-1989),Plasmids (1978-1985) |
Gene Library Categories.
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Genomic Library - A form of GENE LIBRARY containing the complete DNA sequences present in the genome of a given organism. It contrasts with a cDNA library which contains only sequences utilized in protein coding (lacking introns). |
Gene Library Definitions and Terms
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