Characteristics of the vector
15. The nature and source of the vector.
16. The sequence of transposons, vectors and other non-coding genetic segments used to construct the genetically modified organisms and to make the introduced vector and insert functions in those organisms.
17. The frequency of mobilisation, genetic transfer capabilities and/or methods of determination of the inserted vector.
18. The degree to which the vector is limited to the DNA required to perform the intended function.