GDdom: An Online Tool for Calculation of Dominant Marker Gene Diversity

Biochem Genet. 2017 Apr;55(2):155-157. doi: 10.1007/s10528-016-9779-0. Epub 2016 Oct 14.

Abstract

Gene diversity (GD), also called polymorphism information content, is a commonly used measure of molecular marker polymorphism. Calculation of GD for dominant markers such as AFLP, RAPD, and multilocus SSRs is valuable for researchers. To meet this need, we developed a free online computer program, GDdom, which provides easy, quick, and accurate calculation of dominant marker GD with a commonly used formula. Results are presented in tabular form for quick interpretation.

Keywords: Molecular markers; PIC; Polymorphism information content.

MeSH terms

  • Genetic Markers
  • Internet*
  • Polymorphism, Genetic*
  • Sequence Analysis, DNA / instrumentation
  • Sequence Analysis, DNA / methods*
  • Software*

Substances

  • Genetic Markers