What Does AFLP Stand For?

AFLP stands for Amplified Fragment Length Polymorphism

AFLP, or Amplified Fragment Length Polymorphism, is a molecular biology technique used to analyze DNA polymorphisms. It combines the principles of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and restriction enzyme digestion to generate a unique profile of DNA fragments. By selectively amplifying specific regions of the genome, AFLP allows for high-resolution genetic mapping, analysis of genetic diversity, and assessment of population structure in various organisms. This method is particularly useful in plant and microbial genomics, as well as in evolutionary biology studies.