A DNA Microarray Detects

question 21

Multiple Choice

A DNA microarray detects

• A) uncommon forms of alleles, or mutants, associated with disease.
• B) an individual's complete genotype, including all the various mutations.
• C) chromosomal abnormalities, such as duplications or deletions.
• D) fetal cells in the mother's blood.
• E) viral DNA in an individual's cells.

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Definitions:

Pituitary Gland

A small endocrine gland located at the base of the brain, responsible for the production and release of hormones that regulate various bodily functions.

Hormones

Chemical messengers produced by glands in the endocrine system, traveling through the bloodstream to target organs, affecting various physiological processes and behaviors.

Epithelial Cells

Cells that line the surfaces of the body, including skin, blood vessels, urinary tract, and organs, serving as a barrier and creating an interface with the environment.

Stem Cells

Undifferentiated cells with the potential to develop into many different cell types in the body, serving as a repair system for tissues.