A Scientist Does Not Have an Antibody to Detect the Protein

question 21

Multiple Choice

A scientist does not have an antibody to detect the protein of interest, but wants to know if the gene is expressed at low levels. What technique could the researcher use to detect, but not quantify the expression of the gene of interest?

• A) Western Blotting
• B) real-time PCR
• C) cloning
• D) reverse transcriptase PCR

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Definitions:

Artificial Insemination

A medical procedure involving the direct insertion of sperm into a woman's uterus or cervix to achieve pregnancy without sexual intercourse.

Semen

The male reproductive fluid containing sperm that is ejaculated during orgasm.

Ovulation

The phase in a woman's menstrual cycle during which an egg is released from the ovary.

Surrogacy

An arrangement in which a woman carries and delivers a child for another person or couple.