A Key Finding from the Human Genome Project Is

question 7

Multiple Choice

A key finding from the Human Genome Project is:

• A)Approximately 20,000 genes make up the genome.
• B)All human beings are 80.99% identical at the DNA level.
• C)Human genes produce only one protein per gene; other mammals produce three proteins per gene.
• D)Single gene testing will become a standardized test for all pregnant clients in the future.

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Definitions:

Type 1 Diabetes

An autoimmune condition where the pancreas produces little to no insulin, necessitating lifelong insulin administration.

Body Mass Index

A numerical value derived from a person's weight and height, used to assess whether they are underweight, overweight, or within a healthy weight range.

Blood Glucose Level

The amount of sugar present in the blood, important for diagnosing and managing diabetes.

Prediabetes

A condition with higher than normal blood sugar levels, but not high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes, indicating a high risk for developing diabetes in the future.