How can bacterial DNA be released from the bacterial cell for biotechnology experiments?
State the role of C-peptide in human insulin.
C-peptide is the extra stretch of polypeptide which makes the insulin inactive (proinsulin).
How have transgenic animals proved to be beneficial in:
(a) Production of biological products
(b)Chemical safety testing.
With advancements in genetics, molecular biology and tissue culture, new traits have been incorporated into crop plants. Explain the main steps in breeding a new genetic variety of a crop.
(a) Mention the cause and the body system affected by ADA deficiency in humans.
(b) Name the vector used for transferring ADA-DNA into the recipient cells in humans. Name the recipient cells.