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A digital PCR-based approach for DNA methylation analysis

The epigenetic modification, DNA methylation, is characterized by 5-methylcytosine (5-mC) and found in specific genomic locations, most notably regulatory regions such as promoters and enhancers.
BioTechniques

Peek behind the paper: High-throughput assessment of FMR1 and SNRPN methylation-based newborn screening using IsoPure and QIAcube HT systems

David Godler is the group leader of the diagnosis and development laboratory at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute ...
Medscape

DNA Methylation Changes in Prostate Cancer: Current Developments and Future Clinical Implementation

MSP: Methylation-specific PCR; MSRE: Methylation-sensitive restriction endonucleases; QMSP: Quantitative, methylation-specific PCR; X: Methylation associated with prognosis. Mohammad Obaidul Hoque, ...
Business Wire

NantNudge and DnaNudge Launch a Revolutionary Genomic Handheld Device, with First-Of-Kind Point-Of-Decision, Lab in Cartridge PCR Test

LONDON & LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DnaNudge, a medical and consumer genetics testing innovator and a spin-out of Imperial College London, today announced that it has signed a multi-million-dollar ...
NPR

You can order a test to find out your biological age. Is it worth it?

These days, you can order up a test to find out your biological age, an estimate of how quickly or slowly you're aging compared to your peers. It's based on an analysis of modifications in your DNA. I ...