Scanning the Whole Genome of Every Infectious Agent in a Patient

question 3

Multiple Choice

Scanning the whole genome of every infectious agent in a patient sample and comparing that to known genome sequences maintained in libraries would be the most accurate and e?cient way to diagnose disease. We are moving closer to this becoming a reality largely because ______.

• A) more people are being trained in high throughput genetic analysis
• B) gene libraries have greater accessibility
• C) multiple organisms have the same genome so it will minimize the number of screenings necessary
• D) the cost of high throughput genetic analysis has plummeted in recent years and continues to decrease

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Definitions:

Cannon-Bard Theory

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James-Lange Theory

A theory of emotion that suggests that physiological arousal precedes the experience of emotion, implying that emotions result from bodily reactions.

Autonomic Arousal

The activation of the autonomic nervous system, which can trigger physiological changes such as increased heart rate or sweating, often in response to stress or excitement.

Conscious Experience

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