What types of backbone moieties are included in the MPEP’s definition of a nucleotide?
The MPEP 2412.03(d) provides a comprehensive list of backbone moieties that can be part of a nucleotide. These include: 2′ deoxyribose 5′ monophosphate (found in deoxyribonucleotides) Ribose 5′ monophosphate (found in ribonucleotides) Analogues of the above that mimic the nucleobase arrangement and allow base pairing The MPEP also provides examples of alternative backbone moieties: “examples…
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