Two Technologies That Sped Progress of the Human Genome Project

question 14

Multiple Choice

Two technologies that sped progress of the human genome project in 1991 were

• A) recombinant DNA technology and PCR.
• B) amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.
• C) screening for sickle cell disease and FISH to identify aneuploidy.
• D) the invention of the Internet and personal computers.
• E) expressed sequence tags and microarrays.

Recognize the relationship between pharmacokinetics (absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion) and patient conditions such as liver disease.

Implement strategies to verify patient identity and prevent medication errors.

Understand the importance of communication with healthcare providers and patients to ensure medication safety.

Recognize and manage potential adverse drug reactions and interactions.

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