How Is the Study of Genomics Expected to Influence Future

question 19

Multiple Choice

How is the study of genomics expected to influence future health care?

• A)The study of genomics is expected to provide insight into the relationship between genes and the environment,and why certain people get sick while others remain healthy.It should enable us to learn more about the causes and effects of various diseases,illnesses,and infections.Such information will help us to identify ways to improve health care and prevent disease.
• B)The study of genomics will allow us to treat,with the use of genetic engineering,various diseases of genetic origin.It is just a matter of time before we are able to treat all diseases of genetic origin with this technique.
• C)The study of genomics will allow us to use bacteria and viruses to create vaccinations for virually all diseases of genetic origin.

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