Genetic Screening (Leaving Cert Biology): Flashcards
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Definition of genetic screening
Definition of genetic screening
DNA analysis for medical purposes showing presence/absence of certain genes
Genetic screening uses techniques similar to...
Genetic screening uses techniques similar to...
DNA profiling
How genetic screening identifies mutated genes
How genetic screening identifies mutated genes
Detects abnormal or altered DNA sequences
What mutated genes cause
What mutated genes cause
Genetic disorders
Cystic fibrosis characteristic
Cystic fibrosis characteristic
Build-up of mucous in lungs
Hemochromatosis characteristic
Hemochromatosis characteristic
Build-up of iron in body
Use of genetic screening for couples with mutations
Use of genetic screening for couples with mutations
Informs likelihood of passing disorder to child
Decision couples can make from genetic screening info
Decision couples can make from genetic screening info
Whether or not to have a child
Ethical issue if embryo has genetic disorder
Ethical issue if embryo has genetic disorder
May lead couple to consider abortion