MDCAT Biology MCQ #1178

A scientist is studying the expression of a specific gene in a disease model. Which technique is best suited for quantifying mRNA levels?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #1178

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A scientist is studying the expression of a specific gene in a disease model. Which technique is best suited for quantifying mRNA levels?

    • A) RT-PCR
    • B) Western blotting
    • C) Northern blotting
    • D) ELISA

    Answer: RT-PCR

    Explanation: RT-PCR quantifies mRNA; Western blotting detects proteins; Northern blotting is less sensitive than RT-PCR.