What Does PFGE Stand For?
PFGE stands for Pulsed Field Gel Electrophoresis
Pulsed Field Gel Electrophoresis (PFGE) is a laboratory technique used to separate large DNA molecules by applying an electric field that is periodically changed in direction. This method enhances the resolution of DNA fragments, making it particularly useful for typing and analyzing complex genomes, including bacterial and viral strains. PFGE is widely employed in molecular biology, genetics, and microbiology for purposes such as genetic mapping, epidemiological studies, and microbial source tracking.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym