DNA molecules capable of autonomous replication within a host cell and into which other DNA sequences can be inserted and thus amplified. Many are derived from PLASMIDS; BACTERIOPHAGES; or VIRUSES. They are used for transporting foreign genes into recipient cells. Genetic vectors possess a functional replicator site and contain GENETIC MARKERS to facilitate their selective recognition.

Annotation

coord with specific bacterium, virus, phage or plasmid

DUI

D005822 MeSH Browser

CUI

M0009134

Previous indexing

Coliphages (1966-1979); DNA, Recombinant (1977-1979); Plasmids (1975-1979); Bacteriophages (1966-1979)

History note

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Public note

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