AP BIOLOGY

THE MOLECULAR BASIS OF INHERITANCE

THE HUMAN GENOME

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Personal medical records become more available and more detailed because of biotechnological research. Based on this information, which is a major concern to the public?
A
transmission of more diseases
B
an increase in under qualified doctors
C
inappropriate use of medical information
D
overdiagnosis of certain medical conditions
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Ethical issues that arise from modern biotechnologies include the availability and use of privileged information, potential for ecological harm, access to new drugs and treatments, and the idea of interfering with nature.

Detailed explanation-2: -In the field of medicines, biotechnology is widely used in the development of several innovative techniques for diagnosing, treating and preventing diseases. It helps in providing effective treatments and prevention measures for different diseases through its inventions of novel drugs and recombinant vaccines.

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