Nucleic-Acid-Binding Chromophores as Efficient Indicators of Aptamer-Target Interactions

The binding affinity and specificity of nucleic acid aptamers have made them valuable candidates for use as sensors in diagnostic applications. In particular, chromophore-functionalized aptamers offer a relatively simple format for detection and quantification of target molecules. We describe the us...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Kwabena Sarpong, Bhaskar Datta
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Journal of Nucleic Acids
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/247280