Reverse Complement Converter

This tool determines the reverse complement of the provided nucleotide sequence.

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RNA
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DNA

A → T
T → A
G → C
C → G

 

RNA

A → U
U → A
G → C
C → G

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The Reverse Complement Converter is commonly used in applications that manipulate and analyze DNA or RNA sequences. It is primarily utilized to obtain the reverse complement of a given nucleotide sequence. The reverse complement is the sequence formed by reversing the original sequence and replacing each nucleotide with its complementary base.

 

Here are some specific applications where the converter is commonly used:
1. Primer design: In PCR or other DNA amplification techniques, primers are designed to bind to specific target sequences. The converter is used to obtain the target sequence's reverse complement, which helps design the appropriate primers with complementary binding regions.

2. Nucleic acid manipulation: Researchers often need to generate complementary sequences for hybridization or other experiments when working with DNA or RNA sequences. The converter allows for quick and accurate generation of the reverse complement, which is useful in various molecular biology techniques.

3. Sequence analysis: Nucleotide sequences are extensively analyzed for various purposes, such as gene identification, sequence comparison, or motif search. The calculator is used to assist in obtaining the reverse complement of a sequence, allowing researchers to analyze complementary regions or search for specific sequence motifs.

4. Restriction enzyme analysis: Restriction enzymes are commonly used in molecular biology to cleave DNA at specific recognition sites. When analyzing DNA sequences for potential restriction enzyme sites, the calculator helps researchers identify complementary sequences that match the recognition sites of restriction enzymes.

5. In silico cloning: In silico cloning involves designing strategies for cloning DNA fragments in silico before performing the actual experimental cloning. The converter is utilized to generate the reverse complement of DNA fragments, aiding in designing compatible cloning strategies.

 

Overall, the Reverse Complement Converter is a versatile tool used in molecular biology to manipulate and analyze DNA or RNA sequences. Discover enzymes that can be used in these applications from our portfolio.

 

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What is the Reverse Complement Converter used for?

The Reverse Complement Converter is a tool designed to generate the reverse complement of a given DNA sequence. This is essential for various molecular biology applications, including designing primers and analyzing genetic sequences.

How do I use the Reverse Complement Converter?

To use the Reverse Complement Converter, simply enter your DNA sequence into the input field. The tool will then generate the reverse complement of the sequence, providing you with the complementary strand in the reverse orientation.

What is a reverse complement in DNA?

A reverse complement is a sequence of DNA that is complementary to the original sequence and read in the opposite direction. For example, the reverse complement of the sequence 5'-AGCT-3' is 5'-TCGA-3'.