Explain When Research Should Be Conducted Externally and When It

question 72

Essay

Explain when research should be conducted externally and when it should be done internally.

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Definitions:

Host Genome

The complete set of genetic information within an organism that serves as a host for another organism or entity, such as a virus.

Antigenic Drift

A mechanism of variation in viruses that causes small changes in the virus particles over time, leading to new strains that may escape immune recognition.

Surface Antigens

Molecules present on the cell surface that can trigger an immune response, used by the body to identify foreign substances.

Antibodies

Proteins produced by the immune system in response to foreign substances (antigens), which can neutralize or help destroy antigens.