Genetic Markers Must Be Polymorphic

question 68

Multiple Choice

Genetic markers must be polymorphic. Why is polymorphism an important characteristic of genetic markers?

• A) The various phenotypes help to identify the actual gene responsible for a genetic disease.
• B) Polymorphisms provide biochemical and physiological information about the disease.
• C) Knowledge of the gene sequence allows for identification of the protein.
• D) Radioactive labels can be added for easy identification of the disease.
• E) They can be easily visualized as bands on an electrophoresis gel.

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