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Molecular tests for​ Huntington’s disease, cystic​ fibrosis, and​ Tay-Sachs disease are possible because​ _______.

Laplace Transform Table-cdbb80b0-0916-413f-913e-1d37b5359048.pdf

There are two types of gene therapy, in vivo and ex vivo. Ex vivo is when the gene is delivered to the patient’s cells while they are still in the patient’s body (through a vector that takes it to the cells).

What are some of the major challenges that must be overcome to develop safer and more effective viral vectors for gene​ therapy (select the four correct answers)?

CRISPR can only be used on humans.

Gene doping is difficult to detect because it makes a body better at doing something it can already do.

Which of the following best describes the primary cause of thalassemia?

With the multitudes of genetic tests and bioinformatic databases available to clinicians and​ researchers, diagnosis via genetic information is becoming more common. Which of the following is a major concern with regard to genetic​ testing?

What is the purpose of iron chelation therapy in thalassemia patients?

A nurse is providing education to the caregiver of a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Which commonly associated behavioral problem should be identified in this teaching?