Q. Choose a correct option for the uses of PCR technique in diagnosis I. It is used to detect HIV in suspected AIDS patients II. It is used to detect mutations in the genes in suspected cancer patients III. It is used to detect swine flu in human beings IV. It is used to detect different common diseases in pigs, sheep and cow V. It is a good technique to identify many other genetic disorders Which of the above statements are correct?
A) I and II
B) III and IV
C) I, II and V
D) II, III and IV
Explanation
PCR can detect very low amount of DNA. PCR is now usually used to detect HIV in suspected AIDS patients. It is also used to detect mutations in the genes in suspected cancer patients. It is a good technology to detect many other genetic disorders. Option III and IV are incorrect
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.