PTC Taster - From Phenotype to Genotype

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Ability to taste PTC compound

linked to the presence of the protein protein Taste receptor 2 member 38 (encoded by TAS2R38 gene) located on chromosome 7q

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DNA Extraction Protocol

1. Breaking cells open to release the DNA
- vortex/grinding
- centrifugation
- detergent (used because plasma membrane are phospholipid bilayer)

2. Separating DNA from proteins and other cellular debris
- protease (proteinase K) (used to degrade protein)

3. Precipitating the DNA with an alcohol
- ice-cold alcohol (either ethanol or isopropanol) (used to protect DNA)

4. Cleaning the DNA with ethanol

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