plasmid characterization

[/ˈplæzmɪd ˌkɛrəktərɪˈzeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: plasmid characterizations / caracterizações de plasmídeos
caracterização de plasmídeos
1. The process of identifying and analyzing the physical, chemical, and biological properties of plasmids, including their size, structure, genetic content, and functional characteristics
Plasmid characterization is essential for understanding the genetic basis of antibiotic resistance in bacteria.
A caracterização de plasmídeos é essencial para compreender a base genética da resistência a antibióticos em bactérias.
2. A set of molecular biology techniques used to determine the restriction maps, DNA sequences, gene content, and stability of plasmids
The research team performed plasmid characterization using restriction enzyme digestion and DNA sequencing.
A equipe de pesquisa realizou caracterização de plasmídeos utilizando digestão com enzimas de restrição e sequenciamento de DNA.
3. The comprehensive analysis and documentation of plasmid properties for biotechnological or clinical applications
Complete plasmid characterization is required before using the vector for gene therapy applications.
A caracterização completa de plasmídeos é necessária antes de usar o vetor para aplicações de terapia gênica.
This is a specialized scientific and biotechnological term widely used in academic research, pharmaceutical development, and clinical microbiology in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it appears frequently in research publications from institutions like FIOCRUZ, USP, and UNICAMP. The term is part of the standardized scientific vocabulary in molecular biology and genetics fields across both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
plasmid analysisplasmid identificationplasmid profilingplasmid typinganálise de plasmídeos

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
caracterização de plasmídeos
Standard term used in academic and research contexts
São Paulo
caracterização de plasmídeos
Commonly used in biotechnology research facilities and universities
Rio de Janeiro
caracterização de plasmídeos
Used in molecular biology laboratories and research institutions
Portugal
caracterização de plasmídeos
Same term used; occasionally 'caraterização' with alternative spelling

Related Words

plasmidrestriction mappingDNA sequencingmolecular cloninggenetic engineeringbacterial geneticsvector analysisgenomic characterization

Related Idioms & Phrases

plasmid characterization panel
full plasmid characterization
rapid plasmid characterization
comparative plasmid characterization
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