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Definition of Positional cloning

Positional cloning: Cloning a gene based simply on knowing its position in the genome without any idea of the function of that gene. Because this is the reverse of how things have been traditionally done, it has also been called reverse genetics.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 6/14/2012

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