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Genetic linkage maps show the order and genetic distance between pairs of __________ genes, that is, ...
Genetic linkage maps show the order and genetic distance between pairs of __________ genes, that is, ...
Genetic linkage maps show the order and genetic distance between pairs of __________ genes, that is, genes on the same chromosome.
 a. STS
 b. BAC
 c. Linked
 d. Karyotyped
Cperry768   56   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ is a means for constructing cytological maps called fluorescence in situ hybridization. ...
__________ is a means for constructing cytological maps called fluorescence in situ hybridization. ...
__________ is a means for constructing cytological maps called fluorescence in situ hybridization.
 a. Karyotyping
 b. STS
 c. FISH
 d. BAC
poopsicle2   46   1 Reply
6 years ago
A __________ map describes two or more genes or markers that are located on the same eukaryotic ...
A __________ map describes two or more genes or markers that are located on the same eukaryotic ...
A __________ map describes two or more genes or markers that are located on the same eukaryotic chromosome.
 a. Linkage
 b. Karyotype
 c. FISH
 d. BAC
Necroshade57   42   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ are standard markers that are used for physical mapping.
__________ are standard markers that are used for physical mapping.
__________ are standard markers that are used for physical mapping.
 a. FISH
 b. Karyotypes
 c. BAC
 d. Sequence tagged sites
Shudson   41   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ are similar in organization to typical plasmid cloning vectors; however, the copy number ...
__________ are similar in organization to typical plasmid cloning vectors; however, the copy number ...
__________ are similar in organization to typical plasmid cloning vectors; however, the copy number within a cell is close to one to prevent possible recombination with other DNA.
 a. FISHs
 b. BACs
 c. Karyotypes
 d. STSs
Cperry768   63   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ is a means for constructing cytological maps.
__________ is a means for constructing cytological maps.
__________ is a means for constructing cytological maps.
 a. STS
 b. Karyotyping
 c. BAC
 d. FISH
sidneybaker   46   2 Replies
6 years ago
__________ maps involve the assembly of contiguous stretches of DNA, called contigs, where the ...
__________ maps involve the assembly of contiguous stretches of DNA, called contigs, where the ...
__________ maps involve the assembly of contiguous stretches of DNA, called contigs, where the distances between landmark DNA sequences are expressed in kilobases.
 a. FISH
 b. Physical
 c. Linkage
 d. Kombu
Sarah_taylorr   42   1 Reply
6 years ago
Entire genomes can be studied with a library of __________ DNA.
Entire genomes can be studied with a library of __________ DNA.
Entire genomes can be studied with a library of __________ DNA.
 a. Genomic
 b. FISH
 c. Karyotyped
 d. Linkage
kath4ever   40   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ is a type of physical map which localizes coding regions to specific chromosome regions ...
__________ is a type of physical map which localizes coding regions to specific chromosome regions ...
__________ is a type of physical map which localizes coding regions to specific chromosome regions or bands.
 a. BAC
 b. cDNA
 c. STS
 d. FISH
leahwolfe221   63   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ are coding regions of the DNA in eukaryotes.
__________ are coding regions of the DNA in eukaryotes.
__________ are coding regions of the DNA in eukaryotes.
 a. Chromatids
 b. Introns
 c. Exons
 d. Contigs
poopsicle2   80   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ mapping is a method that uses STSs as probes for contig mapping allowing overlapping ...
__________ mapping is a method that uses STSs as probes for contig mapping allowing overlapping ...
__________ mapping is a method that uses STSs as probes for contig mapping allowing overlapping clones to be established.
 a. Chromosome-specific
 b. STS-content
 c. High resolution
 d. cDNA
akifuji   90   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ physical maps can be generated using what is called a shotgun approach.
__________ physical maps can be generated using what is called a shotgun approach.
__________ physical maps can be generated using what is called a shotgun approach.
 a. Chromosome-specific
 b. cDNA
 c. High-resolution
 d. STS-content
Cris   39   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ libraries can be constructed so that each chromosome has a contig map.
__________ libraries can be constructed so that each chromosome has a contig map.
__________ libraries can be constructed so that each chromosome has a contig map.
 a. cDNA
 b. Chromosome-specific
 c. STS-content
 d. High-resolution
Glee2   67   1 Reply
6 years ago
Using __________, a particular chromosome can be separated by giving it an electric charge so that ...
Using __________, a particular chromosome can be separated by giving it an electric charge so that ...
Using __________, a particular chromosome can be separated by giving it an electric charge so that charged deflection plates deflect it into a collection tube.
 a. High-resolution mapping
 b. Flow cytometry
 c. STS-content mapping
tabikaa1   38   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ may be used to physically cut a piece of DNA from a specific region of a chromosome.
__________ may be used to physically cut a piece of DNA from a specific region of a chromosome.
__________ may be used to physically cut a piece of DNA from a specific region of a chromosome.
 a. Flow cytometry
 b. Microdissection
 c. cDNA
 d. Karyotyping
seitzjoseph   59   1 Reply
6 years ago
In __________, a small region at the end of a DNA fragment is used as a probe to screen the library ...
In __________, a small region at the end of a DNA fragment is used as a probe to screen the library ...
In __________, a small region at the end of a DNA fragment is used as a probe to screen the library for an adjacent clone with the process being repeated using the second fragment, etc. until a complete physical map has been obtained.
 a. Flow
asdfkla   60   1 Reply
6 years ago
The map with the lowest resolution is the __________.
The map with the lowest resolution is the __________.
The map with the lowest resolution is the __________.
 a. Genetic map
 b. Restriction map
 c. YAC map
 d. DNA sequence map
Necroshade57   30   1 Reply
6 years ago
The map with the finest resolution is the __________.
The map with the finest resolution is the __________.
The map with the finest resolution is the __________.
 a. Genetic map
 b. YAC map
 c. Restriction map
 d. DNA sequence
Sarah_taylorr   36   2 Replies
6 years ago
__________ is having different forms or alleles of a gene at a specific locus on homologous ...
__________ is having different forms or alleles of a gene at a specific locus on homologous ...
__________ is having different forms or alleles of a gene at a specific locus on homologous chromosomes.
 a. Diploid
 b. Heterozygous
 c. Haploid
 d. Homozygous
cali721   54   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ is the use of genes in the treatment of patients.
__________ is the use of genes in the treatment of patients.
__________ is the use of genes in the treatment of patients.
 a. Gene targeting
 b. Gene therapy
 c. Gene integration
 d. Gene activation
Erika_plage   73   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ is the delivery of the gene to the right cells.
__________ is the delivery of the gene to the right cells.
__________ is the delivery of the gene to the right cells.
 a. Gene integration
 b. Gene activation
 c. Gene therapy
 d. Gene targeting
cali721   83   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ is making sure that a gene is turned on at the right time and is regulated properly.
__________ is making sure that a gene is turned on at the right time and is regulated properly.
__________ is making sure that a gene is turned on at the right time and is regulated properly.
 a. Gene targeting
 b. Gene activation
 c. Gene therapy
 d. Gene integration
yojohnson1977   29   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ is when an individual's cells are obtained through a skin biopsy, and the gene of ...
__________ is when an individual's cells are obtained through a skin biopsy, and the gene of ...
__________ is when an individual's cells are obtained through a skin biopsy, and the gene of interest is inserted into them.
 a. Gene integration
 b. Gene targeting
 c. Gene activation
 d. Transkaryotic therapy
tabikaa1   40   1 Reply
6 years ago
In __________ gene therapy, cells are removed form the body, the gene of interest is inserted into ...
In __________ gene therapy, cells are removed form the body, the gene of interest is inserted into ...
In __________ gene therapy, cells are removed form the body, the gene of interest is inserted into them, the cells are cultured to multiply to a sufficient number, and they are then returned to the body by infusion or transplantation.
 a. In vi
jrose123   70   2 Replies
6 years ago
In __________ gene therapy, the gene is introduced directly into specific cells within the body.
In __________ gene therapy, the gene is introduced directly into specific cells within the body.
In __________ gene therapy, the gene is introduced directly into specific cells within the body.
 a. In utero
 b. In vivo
 c. Ex vivo
 d. In vitro
gumball   133   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ are disorders that result from mutations in more than one gene.
__________ are disorders that result from mutations in more than one gene.
__________ are disorders that result from mutations in more than one gene.
 a. Multifactor disorder
 b. Mitochondrial disorders
 c. Single-gene disorders
 d. Chromosome disorders
Cperry768   53   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ vectors show potential for in vivo gene therapy because both diving and nondividing cells ...
__________ vectors show potential for in vivo gene therapy because both diving and nondividing cells ...
__________ vectors show potential for in vivo gene therapy because both diving and nondividing cells are readily infected.
 a. Naked DNA
 b. Retrovirus
 c. Liposomal
 d. Adenovirus
kath4ever   56   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ is a disease caused by a defective adenosine deaminase gene that leads to an accumulation ...
__________ is a disease caused by a defective adenosine deaminase gene that leads to an accumulation ...
__________ is a disease caused by a defective adenosine deaminase gene that leads to an accumulation of adenosine, a toxic metabolic by-product.
 a. CF
 b. Liver disease
 c. SCID
 d. PEG
Erika_plage   46   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ is a common genetic disorder that results from a defective ion transport molecule located ...
__________ is a common genetic disorder that results from a defective ion transport molecule located ...
__________ is a common genetic disorder that results from a defective ion transport molecule located in the plasma membrane of the cell.
 a. PEG
 b. Liver disease
 c. CF
 d. SCID
Glee2   60   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ is a research study using human volunteers to test the safety and efficacy of a ...
__________ is a research study using human volunteers to test the safety and efficacy of a ...
__________ is a research study using human volunteers to test the safety and efficacy of a particular treatment or therapy.
 a. Screening trial
 b. Diagnostic trial
 c. Prevention trial
 d. Clinical trial
sidneybaker   38   2 Replies
6 years ago
A __________ finds ways to detect specific diseases or health conditions.
A __________ finds ways to detect specific diseases or health conditions.
A __________ finds ways to detect specific diseases or health conditions.
 a. Prevention trial
 b. Treatment trial
 c. Diagnostic trial
 d. Screening trial
Masteryoshi   30   1 Reply
6 years ago
A __________ seeks new ways to prevent disease in people who have never had the particular disease. ...
A __________ seeks new ways to prevent disease in people who have never had the particular disease. ...
A __________ seeks new ways to prevent disease in people who have never had the particular disease.
 a. Prevention trial
 b. Diagnostic trial
 c. Treatment trial
 d. Screening trial
kelseymullerr   35   1 Reply
6 years ago
A __________ identifies better tests for diagnosing diseases.
A __________ identifies better tests for diagnosing diseases.
A __________ identifies better tests for diagnosing diseases.
 a. Treatment trial
 b. Screening trial
 c. Prevention trial
 d. Diagnostic trial
Sarah_taylorr   43   1 Reply
6 years ago
A __________ seeks ways to improve the well-being and quality of life of chronically ill patients. ...
A __________ seeks ways to improve the well-being and quality of life of chronically ill patients. ...
A __________ seeks ways to improve the well-being and quality of life of chronically ill patients.
 a. Treatment trial
 b. Screening trial
 c. Quality of life trial
 d. Prevention trial
asdfkla   47   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ is when a procedure is tested on a small number (20-30) human volunteers to determine ...
__________ is when a procedure is tested on a small number (20-30) human volunteers to determine ...
__________ is when a procedure is tested on a small number (20-30) human volunteers to determine dosage limits and route of delivery and to assess the procedure's toxicity and safety.
 a. Phase II trial
 b. Phase IV trial
 c. Phase II
silverstar46   43   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ are further trials to determine efficacy and collect additional toxicity and safety ...
__________ are further trials to determine efficacy and collect additional toxicity and safety ...
__________ are further trials to determine efficacy and collect additional toxicity and safety information in a large group of people (100-300).
 a. Phase IV trials
 b. Phase I trials
 c. Phase II trials
 d. Phase III trials
Glee2   51   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ targets and repairs mRNA transcribed from the mutated gene causing a disorder.
__________ targets and repairs mRNA transcribed from the mutated gene causing a disorder.
__________ targets and repairs mRNA transcribed from the mutated gene causing a disorder.
 a. Ribozyme therapy
 b. Antisense therapy
 c. Triplex-Helix-Forming Oligonucleotide therapy
 d. Spliceosome-mediated RNA trans-splicing
asdfkla   32   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ targets the mRNA of a mutated gene so that they cannot be translated into protein.
__________ targets the mRNA of a mutated gene so that they cannot be translated into protein.
__________ targets the mRNA of a mutated gene so that they cannot be translated into protein.
 a. Virotherapy
 b. Triplex-helix-forming oligonucleotide therapy
 c. Spliceosome-mediated RNA trans-splicing
 d. Antisense therapy
Glee2   42   1 Reply
6 years ago
In __________, viruses are engineered to selectively infect and kill tumor cells, while leaving ...
In __________, viruses are engineered to selectively infect and kill tumor cells, while leaving ...
In __________, viruses are engineered to selectively infect and kill tumor cells, while leaving normal cells intact.
 a. Virotherapy
 b. Triplex-helix-forming oligonucleotide therapy
 c. Spliceosome-mediated RNA trans-splicing
 d
melanieringel18   37   1 Reply
6 years ago
__________ is a method for identifying individuals by the DNA banding patterns described in early ...
__________ is a method for identifying individuals by the DNA banding patterns described in early ...
__________ is a method for identifying individuals by the DNA banding patterns described in early 1985.
 a. Repetitive DNA
 b. Minisatelliting
 c. Microsatelliting
 d. DNA profiling
leahwolfe221   72   1 Reply
6 years ago
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