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Rapid purification of circular DNA by triplex-mediated affinity capture

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OSTI ID:415738

A single-step capture of a target supercoiled double-stranded DNA molecule is accomplished by forming a local triple-helix among two strands of the supercoiled circular DNA and an oligonucleotide probe. The oligonucleotide is bound to an immobilizing support which facilitates the immobilization and purification of target DNA molecules. Non-target DNA molecules and other contaminating cellular material are easily removed by washing. The triple-helical structure is destabilized by raising the pH, leaving purified target DNA in the supernatant and reusable affinity capture oligonucleotide secured to the immobilizing support. 3 figs.

Research Organization:
University of Wisconsin
DOE Contract Number:
FG02-90ER61026
Assignee:
PTO; PA: EDB-97:016814; SN: 97001714576; SCA: 550200
Patent Number(s):
US 5,591,841/A/
Application Number:
PAN: 8-317,102
OSTI ID:
415738
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English