7 Questions
Which of the following is true about recombinant therapeutics?
They enable mass production of safe and effective therapeutic drugs
What is the benefit of using bacterium to produce human insulin?
It allows for easy and large-scale production of insulin
Why is insulin from an animal source not as desirable for diabetic patients?
It may cause allergic reactions or other types of reactions in some patients
Which enzyme is crucial for the immune system to function?
Adenosine deaminase (ADA)
What is gene therapy?
A method to correct a gene defect in an individual or embryo
What was the first clinical gene therapy given for?
Adenosine deaminase (ADA) deficiency
How is gene therapy performed in the first step?
Lymphocytes are grown in a culture outside the body
Test your knowledge on recombinant DNA technology and its impact on healthcare with this quiz! Learn about the mass production of therapeutic drugs and the benefits of recombinant therapeutics. Discover how these advancements have revolutionized the field of medicine.
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