Microbiology: A Systems Approach
5th Edition
ISBN: 9781259706615
Author: Marjorie Kelly Cowan Professor
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 17.3, Problem 12AYP
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To explain:
Western blotting and its use in microbial identification.
Concept introduction:
Western blot is a blotting technique which is also termed as protein immunoblot. This technique is used to detect proteins in a sample or extract. It can also be used for detection of post-translational modifications.
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Microbiology: A Systems Approach
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