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NdeI Recognition Site


NdeI at a glance

5' CA|TATG 3'
3' GTAT|AC 5'
Recognition site5'-CATATG-3'
CutCA^TATG
Endsa 2-base 5' overhang (TA)
Expected frequencyabout once every 4,096 bp in random DNA
Compatible endsMseI

How to find NdeI sites in a sequence

  1. Paste a DNA sequence or FASTA record into the box above. NdeI is already entered under Only these enzymes.
  2. Tick Circular DNA for a plasmid, so a site that spans the end and the start is found.
  3. The map marks each NdeI cut with its position. Copy or download the output below it.

Frequently asked questions

What sequence does NdeI cut?

NdeI recognizes CATATG (written 5' to 3') and cuts the top strand at CA^TATG.

Does NdeI leave sticky or blunt ends?

Sticky ends: a 2-base 5' overhang (TA).

Which enzymes leave ends compatible with NdeI?

MseI. Their overhangs are the same, so the ends can be ligated to each other.

How often does NdeI cut?

A site like CATATG turns up about once every 4,096 bp in random DNA. Real sequences vary, so check yours above.

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