The Sequencing of the Human Genome Has Allowed Scientists to

question 58

Multiple Choice

The sequencing of the human genome has allowed scientists to

• A) understand regulatory sequences that are important for gene expression.
• B) locate genes that cause disease.
• C) understand evolutionary relationships by comparing human genes to genes in other organisms.
• D) investigate gene families and their origins.
• E) All of the above

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Definitions:

Myocardial Infarction

Myocardial Infarction, commonly known as a heart attack, is a medical emergency where blood flow to the heart is blocked, leading to heart muscle damage or death.

Medical Necessity

The determination that the health care professional was acting according to standard practices in providing a particular procedure for an individual with a particular diagnosis. Also referred to as medically necessary.

National Correct Coding Initiative

The National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) is a Medicare initiative that prevents improper payment of services that should not be reported together according to standardized coding guidelines.

Symptom

A subjective sensation or departure from the norm as related by the patient.