What are the mandatory elements of the INSDSeq in a Sequence Listing XML?

The INSDSeq element in a Sequence Listing XML contains several mandatory dependent elements. According to MPEP 2413.01(g), these elements are:

  • INSDSeq_length: Length of the sequence
  • INSDSeq_moltype: Molecule type
  • INSDSeq_division: Indication that a sequence is related to a patent application
  • INSDSeq_feature-table: List of annotations of the sequence
  • INSDSeq_sequence: The sequence itself

These elements are crucial for properly representing biological sequence information in patent applications and ensuring compliance with WIPO Standard ST.26.

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Topics: MPEP 2400 - Biotechnology, MPEP 2413.01(G) - The "Sequence Listing Xml" Must Contain A Sequence Data Part, Patent Law, Patent Procedure
Tags: Insdseq, Sequence Elements, sequence listing xml, wipo standard st.26