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Cambridge AS & A Level Biology

19Genetic technology

Genetic technology in Cambridge AS & A Level Biology: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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  • DNA microarrays and bioinformatics databases

    30 min

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  • PCR, gel electrophoresis and genetic fingerprinting

    45 min

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  • Recombinant DNA and the tools of genetic engineering

    45 min

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  • Gene therapy: adding working alleles to cells

    35 min

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  • Genetic screening and genetic counselling

    40 min

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  • Producing human insulin and other recombinant proteins

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  • Genetically modified organisms in agriculture

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Which statement describes somatic gene therapy?

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