What is considered a “sequence” for the purpose of assigning sequence identifiers?
According to MPEP 2412.05(a), a “sequence” that requires a separate sequence identifier is defined by WIPO Standard ST.26, paragraph 7, as: An unbranched sequence or a linear region of a branched sequence containing ten or more specifically defined nucleotides, with adjacent nucleotides joined by a 3′ to 5′ (or 5′ to 3′) phosphodiester linkage or…
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