Rapid detection of translation-terminating mutations at the adenomatous polyposis coli (APC) gene by direct protein truncation test
- Leiden Univ. (Netherlands)
Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is usually associated with protein truncating mutations in the adenomatous polyposis coli (APC) gene. The APC mutations are known to play a major role in colorectal carcinogensis. For the identification of protein truncating mutations of the APC gene, the authors developed a rapid, sensitive, and direct screening procedure. The technique is based on the in vitro transcription and translation of the genomic PCR products and is called the protein truncation test. Samples of DNA from individual FAP patients, members of a FAP family, colorectal tumors, and colorectal tumor-derived cell lines were used to show the effectiveness of this method. 9 refs., 2 figs.
- OSTI ID:
- 7062030
- Journal Information:
- Genomics; (United States), Journal Name: Genomics; (United States) Vol. 20:1; ISSN GNMCEP; ISSN 0888-7543
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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