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- VNTR | variable number tandem repeat | VNTRs | numbers repeats
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- Definition location in a genome where a short nucleotide sequence is organized as a tandem repeat [ IATE:1474081 ] Reference Wikipedia. Variable number tandem repeat http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Variable_number_tandem_repeat [6.3.2012]
- Comment These can be found on many chromosomes, and often show variations in length between individuals. Each variant acts as an inherited allele, allowing them to be used for personal or parental identification. Their analysis is useful in genetics and biology research, forensics, and DNA fingerprinting.