DNA sequences
[/ˌdiːɛnˈeɪ ˈsiːkwənsɪz/]
nounpl: DNA sequences
sequências de DNA
1. The specific order of nucleotide bases (adenine, thymine, guanine, cytosine) that make up a strand of DNA; the genetic instructions that encode biological information.
Scientists analyzed the DNA sequences to identify genetic mutations.
Os cientistas analisaram as sequências de DNA para identificar mutações genéticas.
2. A segment or portion of DNA that codes for specific proteins or regulatory functions.
The DNA sequences for eye color are located on chromosome 15.
As sequências de DNA para a cor dos olhos estão localizadas no cromossomo 15.
3. In genetics and molecular biology, the arrangement of bases used for identification, comparison, or research purposes.
DNA sequencing machines can read millions of DNA sequences per hour.
As máquinas de sequenciamento de DNA podem ler milhões de sequências de DNA por hora.
This is predominantly scientific and technical terminology used in genetics, molecular biology, and medical research across both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking contexts. It became increasingly common in popular discourse in both cultures following the completion of the Human Genome Project and the rise of personalized medicine and genetic testing.
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