Like SNPs, Differences in Patterns of Genes When They Are

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Like SNPs, differences in patterns of genes when they are cut with restriction enzymes can be used to examine associations between genetic differences and traits (including disease risk).Refer to the diagram showing the DNA profiles at a hypothetical locus in a family in which some individuals develop high cholesterol.Immediately below the genetic patterns are the cholesterol levels of the corresponding individuals.(Note: Readings above 200 are generally considered borderline high cholesterol, and those above 240 are considered high cholesterol.) What inferences can we draw from these results?

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