Lesson 1 - MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

Question 1

describes the fundamentals of molecular biology in a clear, concise manner to aid in the comprehension of this complex subject.

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Diagnostic Molecular Biology

Question 2

Each technique described in this is explained within its conceptual framework to enhance understanding.

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Diagnostic Molecular Biology

Question 3

Provides an understanding of which techniques are used in diagnosis at the molecular level

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Diagnostic Molecular Biology

Question 4

Explains the basic principles of molecular biology and their application in the clinical diagnosis of diseases

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Diagnostic Molecular Biology

Question 5

The primary audience for this text is students enrolled in Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology programs at all levels. The learning module molecular explains the principles of based tests that are used for (?) purposes.

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diagnostic

Question 6

Examples of applications of studies that illustrate the (?) are included in the text as well as case use and interpretation of these assays in patient care.

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molecular-based assays

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is the study of molecular underpinnings of the process of replication, transcription and translation of the genetic material

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Molecular biology

Question 8

This field overlaps with other areas of (?).

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biology and chemistry, particularly genetics and biochemistry

Question 9

Molecular biology chiefly concerns itself with understanding the interactions between the various systems of a cell, including the interactions between (?) as well as learning how these interactions are regulated.

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DNA, RNA and protein biosynthesis

Question 10

• Much of the work in molecular biology is quantitative, and recently much work has been done at the interface of molecular biology and computer science in (?).

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bioinformatics and computational biology

Question 11

• Since the late 1950s and early 1960s, molecular biologists have learned to characterize, isolate, and manipulate the molecular components of cells and organisms includes (?), the repository of genetic information; (?), a close relative of DNA; and (?), the major structural and enzymatic type of molecule in cells.

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DNA
RNA
proteins

Question 12

is the use of laboratory techniques to study and modify nucleic acids and proteins for applications in areas such as human and animal health, agriculture, and the environment.

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Molecular biotechnology

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results from the convergence of many areas of research, such as molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, immunology, genetics, and cell biology.

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Molecular biotechnology

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It is an exciting field fueled by the ability to transfer genetic information between organisms with the goal of understanding important biological processes or creating a useful product.

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Molecular biotechnology

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The completion of the (?) has opened a myriad of opportunities to create new medicines and treatments, as well as approaches to improve existing medicines.

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human genome project

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(?) is a rapidly changing and dynamic field. As the pace of advances accelerates, its influence will increase. The importance and impact of (?) is being felt across the nation .

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Molecular biotechnology

Question 17

The tools of (?) can be applied to develop and improve drugs, vaccines, therapies, and diagnostic tests that will improve human and animal health.

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molecular biotechnology

Question 18

(?) has applications in plant and animal agriculture, aquaculture, chemical and textile manufacturing, forestry, and food processing. Every aspect of our lives in the coming decades will be affected by this dynamic field.

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Molecular biotechnology

Question 19

provides excellent employment opportunities.

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Molecular Biotechnology

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have been identified by Presidential and Congressional commissions as leading growth sectors of the American and world economies in the 21st century.

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Biomedicine and biotechnology

Question 21

It has been predicted that the biotechnology sector will add over 100,000 new jobs in the coming years.

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Biomedicine and biotechnology

Question 22

The (?) states that significant workforce supply and demand gaps already exist across the country, and that this shortage extends across all levels of education.

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U.S. Department of Labor

Question 23

As the impact of (?) on our lives expands, the need for individuals with the knowledge and experience base for technical and leadership positions in various bioscience/biotechnology oriented settings will continue to grow.

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molecular biotechnology

Question 24

The intensive core curriculum includes (?).

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biochemistry, molecular genetics, cell structure, cell signaling, research ethics, radiation safety, and current issues in biotechnology

Question 25

Additionally, students complete laboratory coursework in a broad range of (?).

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nucleic acid molecular technologies