LCPDb-MGE – database of PCR primers for identification of mobile genetic elements

The database of PCR primers was based on a systematic literature review of articles in PubMed. It Contains information about starter names, sequences, overhangs (if exist), product sizes, references (PMID), keywords used in search, and MGE name. Each pair of starters is also assigned to 3 categories according to the identified MGE. Category 1 assigns primers to transposable elements, plasmids, phages, or integrons. Category 2 is a subcategory specifying the type of MGE or its fragment. Category 3 is used only for phages to indicate that they are specific to a particular phage.