RFLP

[rif-lip]

noun

restriction fragment length polymorphism: a fragment of DNA, cut by a restriction enzyme, that is different in length for each genetically related group and is used to trace family relationships.

Origin of RFLP

First recorded in 1985–90

Also called riflip.

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British Dictionary definitions for rflp

RFLP

abbreviation for

restriction fragment length polymorphism: any variation in DNA between individuals revealed by restriction enzymes that cut DNA into fragments of different lengths in consequence of such variations. It is used forensically and in the diagnosis of hereditary disease

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Medicine definitions for rflp

RFLP

abbr.

restriction fragment length polymorphism