A patent for a DNA sequence would be deemed to have substantive utility if it ________.

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In order for a DNA sequence to be deemed to have substantive utility, it must show a real-world use for the sequence. Simply knowing the nucleotide or protein sequence or that the sequence is found in other organisms may not be sufficient to warrant a patent. A patent must demonstrate a practical application or use for the sequence.

A Patent for a DNA Sequence Would Be Deemed to Have