ARMS, also named allele specific PCR, is a diagnostic technique for the detection of single base mutation including both germ-line and somatic mutations. It is simple and reliable for detection of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs). ARMS is performed by using a pair of PCR primers that are specific to either the mutant or the wild type sequences. The polymorphic nucleotides should be present at the 3' end of the primers to enhance the specificity of the reaction. Extension would only occur if the 3' end of the allele specific primer is bound to the complementary target sequences. Polymerases with no 3’ endonuclease activities are required to prevent correction of terminal mismatch. The genotype of SNPs is determined by analysis of PCR products with gel electrophoresis.
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