This page discusses Phenylketonuria (PKU), a genetic disorder resulting from defective genes affecting phenylalanine hydroxylase, leading to harmful phenylalanine buildup. Early diagnosis through bloo...This page discusses Phenylketonuria (PKU), a genetic disorder resulting from defective genes affecting phenylalanine hydroxylase, leading to harmful phenylalanine buildup. Early diagnosis through blood tests is crucial, and genetic screening can assess parental transmission risk. Despite available treatments, testing can be complicated by false negatives. PKU is a recessive trait, but the phenylalanine tolerance test complicates its dominance classification.
This page covers essential topics in genetic engineering and molecular biology, such as recombinant DNA, PCR, gene therapy, and transgenic organisms. It discusses techniques like RFLPs, gel blotting, ...This page covers essential topics in genetic engineering and molecular biology, such as recombinant DNA, PCR, gene therapy, and transgenic organisms. It discusses techniques like RFLPs, gel blotting, and antisense RNA, emphasizing their importance in understanding genetic disorders and genetic screening. Additionally, it contrasts forward and reverse genetics while introducing metagenomics to highlight the study of unknown microorganisms.
