Recombinant DNA Technology

Pronunciation
/re-kom-bi-nuhnt D-N-A teh-khnol-oh-jee/
Category
genetics
Plural
Recombinant DNA Technologies

Definition

The techniques involved in the construction, study, and use of recombinant DNA molecules.

Etymology

From Latin 'recom', meaning 'recombined', and 'DNA' (deoxyribonucleic acid).

Related Terms

  • rDNA
  • Genetically modified organisms (GMOs)
  • DNA manipulation