What is RNA-seq?

Posted August 30, 2024

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Answer

RNA-seq (RNA sequencing) is a technique used to measure the amount and sequence of RNA in a sample using next-generation sequencing (NGS). It provides insight into gene expression patterns by analyzing the transcriptome—the complete set of RNA transcripts in a cell.

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