How Can Analysis of Mammalian Genomes Be Used to Detect

question 10

Multiple Choice

How can analysis of mammalian genomes be used to detect and treat human disease? Check all that apply.

• A)The genomes of the mammalian relatives of humans are the best targets for discovering new treatments for human diseases.
• B)Comparing the genomes of parasite and host is likely to reveal good drug targets to eliminate the parasite without harming the host.
• C)A comparison of mouse and human genomes would help reveal functions for previously unidentified human genes.
• D)A comparison of human and mouse genomes would help observe DNA sequences that evolved prior to the evolution of mammals.

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