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What is the purpose of using RT-PCR technique in COVID-19 detection?
What is the purpose of using RT-PCR technique in COVID-19 detection?
- To transcribe and amplify specific SARSCoV-2 genomic sequence (correct)
- To measure the severity of the infection by counting the number of cycles
- To purify the viral genetic material from the sample
- To extract proteins and fats from the sample
What is the purpose of the Cycle threshold (Ct value) in RT-PCR?
What is the purpose of the Cycle threshold (Ct value) in RT-PCR?
- To remove substances such as proteins and fats from the sample
- To track the severity of the infection by measuring the number of cycles
- To measure the amount of fluorescence in the sample after each cycle (correct)
- To monitor the quality and technique followed in the kit used
What does a lower Ct value than 35 indicate in COVID-19 testing?
What does a lower Ct value than 35 indicate in COVID-19 testing?
- Positive COVID-19 case (correct)
- A gender effect on the test results
- Negative COVID-19 case
- The presence of substances such as proteins and fats in the sample
What is a possible limitation of RT-PCR for COVID-19 detection mentioned in the text?
What is a possible limitation of RT-PCR for COVID-19 detection mentioned in the text?
What is the main purpose of DNA microarrays?
What is the main purpose of DNA microarrays?
What is the size of typical DNA microarray supports?
What is the size of typical DNA microarray supports?
What is the main application of comparative genomic microarrays?
What is the main application of comparative genomic microarrays?
What is the main function of mutation microarrays?
What is the main function of mutation microarrays?
Which technology allows the rapid and simultaneous screening of many thousands of genes?
Which technology allows the rapid and simultaneous screening of many thousands of genes?
What is the main material used to make DNA microarray supports?
What is the main material used to make DNA microarray supports?
Which type of DNA samples are spotted, printed, or synthesized directly on to the support phase?
Which type of DNA samples are spotted, printed, or synthesized directly on to the support phase?
Which technique is used for detecting loss or gain of genomic DNA associated with certain genetic disorders?
Which technique is used for detecting loss or gain of genomic DNA associated with certain genetic disorders?
