16 Questions
What is the consequence of failing to cite sources or plagiarizing works in academic activities?
Loss of continuous evaluation and potential sanctioning actions
What happens if a student is found using unauthorized electronic devices during exams?
The student is awarded a 0.0 grade in that exam
What is the purpose of the documentation provided by the teacher through the student portal?
For preparation of the subject
What is an allele?
A variation of a gene that is part of genetic diversity
What is a polymorphism?
A variation of a gene that has a frequency of greater than 1% in the population
What is the significance of polymorphisms in certain populations?
They can be adaptive or disadvantageous in a specific environment
What is the consequence of unauthorized use or disclosure of teacher-provided material?
The student is punished according to the legislation on Intellectual Property
Why is it prohibited to use electronic devices during classes?
Because they can compromise the learning environment
What is a common outcome for individuals who are lactose intolerant and consume milk?
They will experience diarrhea and gas production.
What is the main purpose of association studies?
To identify allelic combinations that predispose to certain diseases.
What is ecogenetics?
The study of genetic susceptibility to certain physical, chemical or infectious agents.
What is the role of polymorphisms in adult lactose intolerance?
They allow some individuals to continue metabolizing lactose.
What is the purpose of pharmacogenetics?
To predict an individual's response to treatment.
What is the result of epigenetic regulation in adult lactose intolerance?
Silenced lactase production.
What is the benefit of studying polymorphisms in a clinical context?
To predict disease susceptibility and treatment response.
What can genomic studies of a population provide?
All the genetic information of different individuals.
Study Notes
Academic Integrity and Rules
- Failure to cite sources, plagiarism, or improper use of information during exams can result in loss of continuous evaluation and sanctioning actions.
- Improper use of electronic devices during exams can lead to a grade of 0.0 and may require oral examination in future calls.
- Use of electronic devices during classes is not allowed.
- Documentation provided by the teacher is for personal preparation only and cannot be shared or used for other purposes.
Genetics and Polymorphisms
- An allele is a variant of a gene.
- Alleles are part of an individual's genetic diversity and may not have any consequences on the phenotype.
- A polymorphism is a variant with a frequency greater than 1% within a population.
- Polymorphisms can be adaptive, providing advantages or disadvantages in specific environments.
- Examples of polymorphisms include protein variants, alleles that confer sensitivity to drugs or predisposition to certain diseases.
- Adult lactose intolerance is an example of a polymorphism, where individuals with a specific variant can continue to metabolize lactose.
Association Studies and Clinical Applications
- Association studies can determine if certain allelic combinations predispose individuals to suffer from certain diseases.
- Polymorphisms can be used to determine susceptibility to infection or disease (e.g., blood groups and susceptibility to malaria, cholera, diabetes, or certain types of cancer).
- Ecogenetics involves studying genetic susceptibility to physical, chemical, or infectious agents.
- Pharmacogenetics involves predicting a patient's response to treatment based on their genetic information.
Genomic Studies
- Genomic studies of a population can provide all the genetic information of different individuals.
This quiz covers the rules and consequences related to academic integrity, including plagiarism and proper use of electronic devices during exams and classes.
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