Consider discovering a loss-of-function mutation in a eukaryotic gene. The gene’s nucleotide sequence from the start site for transcription to the termination point of transcription is determined and no differences from the wild-type sequence are found. The location where the mutation might occur and to study the behavior of the mutation from the given case. Introduction: A loss-of-function mutation occurs in a eukaryotic gene. The reason for mutation is determined by covering the entire length of the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) from the point of initiation to its termination.

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Consider discovering a loss-of-function mutation in a eukaryotic gene. The gene’s nucleotide sequence from the start site for transcription to the termination point of transcription is determined and no differences from the wild-type sequence are found.

The location where the mutation might occur and to study the behavior of the mutation from the given case.

Introduction:

A loss-of-function mutation occurs in a eukaryotic gene. The reason for mutation is determined by covering the entire length of the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) from the point of initiation to its termination.

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