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  • 05/05/2023

What is the difference between PCR and the RTPCR test?

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Dr. Dr Kamran Mohammed

Dr Kamran Mohammed

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  • MBBS
  • FIDM
  • 5+ Yrs
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The main difference between RT-PCR and rapid PCR is the type of molecule that is being amplified. RT-PCR amplifies the RNA, whereas rapid PCR amplifies the DNA

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