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Does human mtDNA recombine?

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posted on 2023-06-08, 00:05 authored by Adam Eyre-WalkerAdam Eyre-Walker, P Awadalla
In this article we review the evidence for and against recombination in human mtDNA. If recombination occurs, there needs to be a route by which genetic material can incorporate itself into the mitochondrial genome, and hence between mitochondrial lineages. We review the evidence for possible routes and then review the current state of the population genetic evidence for recombination. We conclude that there is no firmly established route by which recombination can occur, and that while some of the population genetic evidence is suggestive of recombination, it is far from conclusive.

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Publication status

  • Published

Journal

Journal of Molecular Evolution

ISSN

0022-2844

Issue

4-5

Volume

53

Page range

430-435

Pages

6.0

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  • Evolution, Behaviour and Environment Publications

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Peer reviewed?

  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2012-02-06

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