Biologists Are Using Transgenics to Produce Large Quantities of a Human

question 33

Short Answer

Biologists are using transgenics to produce large quantities of a human protein in yeast cells in liquid medium.They find the cells are producing satisfactory levels of the protein, but the protein is not going to the appropriate locations in the cells.The most likely defect in the expression vector used is in the _______.

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Definitions:

High Cholesterol

A condition where there is too much cholesterol in the blood, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Obesity

A medical condition that involves excessive body fat accumulation, which poses a risk to health.

Physiological Factors

Aspects related to the functioning of organisms, including human internal, physical, and biochemical processes.

Environmental Factors

Elements in an individual's surrounding environment that can influence their development and health, including social, cultural, and physical aspects.