In the meantime, here's a sneak peek, just a small sliceâthe first part of a 2-part excerpt from the addendum of Grantsmanship: Program Planning & Proposal Writing. The topic is the difference between a planning and an implementation (or program) grant proposal. Enjoy!
What is PCR (polymerase chain reaction)? Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is a technique that is used to amplify trace amounts of DNA (and in some instances, RNA) located in or on almost any liquid or surface where DNA strands may be deposited.
1 Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test. 2  A PCR test can be done on cells or fluid from a sore or on blood or on other fluid, such as spinal fluid. 3  PCR finds the genetic material (DNA) of the HSV virus. 4  This test can tell the difference between HSV-1 and HSV-2.5  Using the PCR test on skin sores isn't common. PCR finds the genetic material (DNA) of the HSV virus. 2  This test can tell the difference between HSV-1 and HSV-2. 3  Using the PCR test on skin sores isn't common. 4  PCR is used mainly for testing spinal fluid in rare cases when herpes may have caused an infection in or around the brain.