SHUTTLE VECTOR
\ʃˈʌtə͡l vˈɛktə], \ʃˈʌtəl vˈɛktə], \ʃ_ˈʌ_t_əl v_ˈɛ_k_t_ə]\
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Any DNA molecule capable of autonomous replication within a host cell and into which other DNA sequences can be inserted and thus amplified. Many are derived from plasmids, bacteriophages or viruses. They are used for transporting foreign genes into recipient cells. Genetic vectors possess a functional replicator site and contain genetic markers to facilitate their selective recognition.
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