Gene amplification
- Pronunciation
- /jee-n amp-li-fih-KAY-shun/
- Category
- Genetics
- Singular
- Gene amplification
- Plural
- Gene amplifications
Definition
The process by which a gene increases in quantity, resulting in multiple copies of the same gene.
Etymology
Example
Gene amplification can occur naturally or artificially and may lead to increased production of proteins encoded by the amplified gene.
Related Terms
- DNA replication
- Copy number variation
- PCR