Peristalsis in the Colon Increases in the Elderly; Therefore, Constipation

question 26

True/False

Peristalsis in the colon increases in the elderly; therefore, constipation is common.

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Definitions:

PCR

Polymerase Chain Reaction, a laboratory technique used to amplify segments of DNA for analysis.

DNA Cloning

The process of selectively amplifying DNA sequences so their structure and function can be studied.

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Wild-Type Counterparts

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