Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA Technique

(RAPD) Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA (RAPD) technique is a molecular genetic tool used to identify, differentiate and analyze DNA sequences in various organisms such as plants, animals and humans. This technique, first developed in 1984, amplifies a small piece of DNA using a specific primer. By using the RAPD technique, the genomic DNA of an individual organism can be observed at a single-locus level, giving an insight into the variability present between different organisms. This information is critical for a range of applications, such as species identification, genetic mapping and population studies. Further, the RAPD method provides a rapid, cost-effective and reproducible way to analyze genetic diversity, making it a useful tool for researchers in the fields of molecular genetics, plant animal and human sciences.