gene amplification

https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.G02605
An increase in the number of copies of a specific @G02604@ in an organism. This can lead to the production of a corresponding protein at elevated levels.
Source:
PAC, 1992, 64, 143. (Glossary for chemists of terms used in biotechnology (IUPAC Recommendations 1992)) on page 154 [Terms] [Paper]