High-throughput SNP genotyping by allele-specific PCR with universal energy-transfer-labeled primers

Genome Res. 2001 Jan;11(1):163-9. doi: 10.1101/gr.157901.

Abstract

We have developed a new method for high-throughput genotyping of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs). The technique involves PCR amplification of genomic DNA with two tailed allele-specific primers that introduce priming sites for universal energy-transfer-labeled primers. The output of red and green light is conveniently scored using a fluorescence plate reader. The new method, which was validated on nine model SNPs, is well suited for high-throughput, automated genotyping because it requires only one reaction per SNP, it is performed in a single tube with no post-PCR handling, the same energy-transfer-labeled primers are used for all analyses, and the instrumentation is inexpensive. Possible applications include multiple-candidate gene analysis, genomewide scans, and medical diagnostics.

MeSH terms

  • Alleles*
  • DNA Primers / chemical synthesis
  • DNA Primers / genetics*
  • Energy Transfer / genetics*
  • Fluorescein
  • Fluorescent Dyes
  • Genotype
  • Polymerase Chain Reaction / instrumentation
  • Polymerase Chain Reaction / methods*
  • Polymorphism, Single Nucleotide / genetics*
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Xanthenes

Substances

  • DNA Primers
  • Fluorescent Dyes
  • Xanthenes
  • Texas red
  • Fluorescein