Multiple choice

DNA microarray analysis is one of the fastest-growing new technologies in the field of genetic research. Which among the following statements does not characterizes the process of DNA microarray?

  1. DNA microarrays involves the hybridization between two DNA strands.

  2. DNA microarrays can be used to detect single nucleotide polymorphisms.

  3. DNA microarray experiment can accomplish many genetic tests in parallel.

  4. Probe-target hybridization is usually detected and quantified by detection of fluorophore-, platinum -, or chemiluminescence-labeled targets.

  5. A DNA microarray is a collection of microscopic DNA spots attached to a solid surface.
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Explanation

Probe-target hybridization is usually detected and quantified by detection of fluorophore-, silver-, or chemiluminescence-labeled targets to determine relative abundance of nucleic acid sequences in the target.

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