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    In situ PCR for detection and identification of fungal species

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    Authors
    Bindslev, L.
    Oliver, Richard
    Johansen, B.
    Date
    2002
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    • Curtin Research Publications
    Type
    Journal Article
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    Abstract

    PCR and DNA sequence analysis have become standard tools for identification, detection and phylogenetic analysis of fungi. A large number of species are incapable of growth in the laboratory, making the preparation of pure DNA problematical. The amplification of DNA samples from impure material is subject to misinterpretation if more than one species is present. To overcome this problem, we designed an in situ PCR technique that links PCR amplification to the light microscopic image. The amplified tissue is stained, thus confirming which morphotype has been amplified. The PCR product can then be sequenced. We tested the technique on fixed Blumeria graminis spores and mycelia using primers derived from the sequence of the gene encoding the catalytic subunit of protein kinase A (bkal). This is the first report of in situ PCR on phytopathogenic fungal material. This technique allows positive confirmation of the origin of genes cloned from obligate pathogenic fungi and could be adapted for use on any samples containing mixed fungal species.

    Citation
    BINDSLEV L, OLIVER RP & JOHANSEN B (2002) In situ PCR for detection and identification of fungal species Mycological Research. 106 277-279
    URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/4736
    DOI
    10.1017/S0953756202005646
    Faculty
    Department of Environmental & Agriculture
    School of Agriculture and Environment
    Faculty of Science and Engineering
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    A copy of this item may be available from Professor Richard Oliver

    Email: Richard.oliver@curtin.edu.au

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