Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

by Tortora, Gerard J.; Funke, Berdell R.; Case, Christine L.

Published by Benjamin Cummings

ISBN 10: 0321733606

ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 8 - Microbial Genetics - Clinical Case - Question - Page 231: 1

Answer

To determine genotoxicity, bacterial Ames Test or bacterial reverse mutation assay may be used. This test is based on the induction of reverse mutation in histidine gene.

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To determine genotoxicity, bacterial Ames Test or bacterial reverse mutation assay may be used. This test is based on the induction of reverse mutation in histidine gene.

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