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ZIMSEC A-Level Biology

8.9.2Genetic Screening and Fingerprinting

Genetic Screening and Fingerprinting in ZIMSEC A-Level Biology: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 8.9.2.1Describe how genetic screening is carried out.
  2. 8.9.2.2Discuss the roles of genetic screening for genetic conditions and the need for genetic counselling.
  3. 8.9.2.3Explain the theoretical basis of genetic fingerprinting and outline how it is carried out (including electrophoresis).

Lessons

  • Genetic screening and genetic counselling

    40 min

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  • PCR, gel electrophoresis and genetic fingerprinting

    45 min

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Genetic Screening and Fingerprinting: sample question

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What is pre-implantation genetic diagnosis?

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