Choose the correct option regarding Retrovirus:

1.  An RNA virus that synthesises DNA during infection
2.  A DNA virus that synthesises RNA during infection
3.  A ssDNA virus
4.  A dsRNA virus

Subtopic:  Gene Therapy | Molecular Diagnosis |
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Level 2: 60%+
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Electroporation is:

1.  the process of separating charged molecules through a gel maintained in an electric field
2.  the process of combining foreign DNA to an electrically charged vector molecule
3.  the process of introducing DNA into cells by the application of high-voltage pulses
4.  the process of protoplast fusion by the application of high-voltage pulses

Subtopic:  Gene Therapy |
Level 3: 35%-60%
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Evaluate the following statements and determine how many are correct:
Statement I: Gene therapy involves the insertion of a functional gene into the genome of an individual's cells to treat genetic disorders.
Statement II: Human insulin for diabetic patients is now commonly produced by introducing the human insulin gene into bacterial cells, such as E. coli.
1. Only Statement I is correct.
2. Only Statements II is correct.
3. Both Statements are correct.
4. Both Statements are incorrect.
Subtopic:  Med Applications & Humulin | Gene Therapy |
 91%
Level 1: 80%+
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