recombinant


Definition: Meaning of, recombinant in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / rɪˈkɒmbɪnənt /

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  1. of or relating to recombinant DNA
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recombinant recombinants
  1. a cell or organism in which genetic recombination has occurred
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recombinant used in phrases

  • recombinant DNA (noun)
    1. genetically engineered DNA made by recombining fragments of DNA from different organisms
  • recombinant DNA technology (noun)
    1. the technology of preparing recombinant DNA in vitro by cutting up DNA molecules and splicing together fragments from more than one organism
  • recombinant deoxyribonucleic acid (noun)
    1. genetically engineered DNA made by recombining fragments of DNA from different organisms
  • recombinant human insulin (noun)
    1. trade name Humulin a form of insulin made from recombinant DNA that is identical to human insulin; used to treat diabetics who are allergic to preparations made from beef or pork insulin
  • recombinant protein (noun)
    1. a protein derived from recombinant DNA
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