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Science & TechnologyGenetics and BiotechnologyGene Editing, Gene Therapy and Genetic EngineeringMedium (editorial estimate)
Question details
- Type:
- Statement based
- Skill:
- Fact recall
- Tags:
- mitochondrial replacement · Gene Editing, Gene Therapy and Genetic Engineering
- Related topics:
- Genetics, Heredity and Gene Expression
Classification and difficulty are editorial labels. Explanations are awaiting review.
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In the context of hereditary diseases, consider the following statements: 1. Passing on mitochondrial diseases from parent to child can be prevented by mitochondrial replacement therapy either before or after in vitro fertilization of egg. 2. A child inherits mitochondrial diseases entirely from mother and not from father. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Question 66 · Gene Editing, Gene Therapy and Genetic Engineering · Science & Technology · UPSC Prelims 2021 (GS)