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RNA Sequencing

RNA-seq (RNA Sequencing)

updated: December 27, 2024

Definition

RNA-seq, short for RNA sequencing, is a method for sequencing an entire set of RNA molecules. This method involves isolating RNA molecules in the tissue or cell sample, copying those RNAs into DNA and then sequencing the resulting DNA molecules. RNA-seq helps researchers determine which segments of DNA have been transcribed into RNA and how much a gene is expressed.

 RNA Sequencing


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Ian Nova
Ian C. Nova, Ph.D.

Program Director

Division of Genome Sciences