We Can Manipulate Genes in People, Collect Stem Cells from Human

question 4

Multiple Choice

We can manipulate genes in people, collect stem cells from human embryos, and clone. What must we be careful of as a society as we move forward with these areas of research?

• A) That we don't accidently create a mutant species that ends up killing us
• B) That the government doesn't get involved in this at all
• C) That medical insurance is willing to cover all these types of treatments, in addition to genetic screening
• D) That the information in our DNA becomes readily available to everyone
• E) That we carefully define ethical and moral boundaries to guide this work

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Definitions:

Control Limits

Thresholds set in quality control processes beyond which a process is considered to be out of control.

Centerline

In statistical process control charts, it represents the mean or average value of the process measurements over time, serving as a benchmark for detecting variations.

Lower Control Limit

In quality control, the lower threshold below which a process is considered out of control and corrective action may be necessary.

Defective Units

Items in a batch of products that fail to meet the required quality standards.