(3) examples of medical uses of biotechnology in testing diseases

Question 1

first example

Answer 1

Tests to confirm the diagnosis of disease, such as the rapid test to detect strep throat.

Question 2

second example

Answer 2

Tests for carrier status of inherited disorders, such as cystic fibrosis or sickle-cell anemia.

Question 3

third example

Answer 3

Methods for prenatal testing, such as chorionic villus sampling or blood tests to screen for diseases and disorders like Down Syndrome.