Module Details

Techniques of Genetic Analyses

MS0363

Course
Techniques of Genetic Analyses
Code
MS0363
Academic Year
2023/2024
Curriculum Year
2021/2022
Degree Programme
BIOMEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNIQUES
Curriculum
000 - CORSO GENERICO
Course coordinator
Mara GIORDANO
Lecturers
Mara GIORDANO
Credits
2
Lecture Hours
20
Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)
MED/03 - Medical Genetics
Course Type
Single-subject learning activity
Course Delivery
OBB - Obbligatoria
Year
3
Teaching period
Primo Semestre
Campus
NOVARA
Teaching language
Italian
Course Contents
Methods of molecular genetics to identify gene mutations.
Reference Texts
handouts with protocols distributed by the teacher in the laboratory
Learning Outcomes
To apply the basic methods of molecular genetics such as PCR, electrophoresis and sequencing through theory and practical laboratory activities
Prerequisites
Fundamentals of genetics.
DNA analysis techniques
Teaching Methods
Frontal lessons and practical laboratory activity aimed at performing genetic analysis
Assessment Methods
The knowledge will be verified by written exam with open and / or multiple choice questions.
Detailed Syllabus
DNA investigation methods. Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR); Analysis of VNTR, STR and fingerprint polymorphisms; DNA sequencing; Methods for the identification of nucleotide variations.
Genomic analysis through next generation
Expected Learning Outcomes
Apply knowledge to the genetic diagnostics and to the interpretation of the results
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