What sequences must be included in a “Sequence Listing XML”?
According to MPEP 2412.03, the following sequences must be included in a “Sequence Listing XML”:
- Unbranched sequences or linear regions of branched sequences containing 4 or more specifically defined amino acids forming a single peptide backbone
 - Unbranched sequences or linear regions of branched sequences of 10 or more specifically defined nucleotides joined by phosphodiester linkages or chemical bonds mimicking naturally occurring nucleic acids
 
The MPEP states: Generally, the data associated with nucleotide sequences that are an unbranched sequence or constitute a linear portion of a branched sequence of 10 or more specifically defined nucleotides are required to be listed in a “Sequence Listing XML.”
To learn more:
	
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		MPEP 2400 - Biotechnology, 
	
		MPEP 2412.03 - Nucleotides And Amino Acids Included And Excluded From A "Sequence Listing Xml", 
	
		Patent Law, 
	
		Patent Procedure
	
		
			
		
			
		
			