MDCAT Biology MCQ #1179

A genetic counselor is analyzing a family's pedigree to assess the risk of a genetic disorder. What biotechnology tool is used for this purpose?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #1179

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A genetic counselor is analyzing a family's pedigree to assess the risk of a genetic disorder. What biotechnology tool is used for this purpose?

    • A) DNA fingerprinting
    • B) PCR
    • C) Genetic linkage analysis
    • D) Karyotyping

    Answer: Genetic linkage analysis

    Explanation: Genetic linkage analysis identifies disease-linked genes; karyotyping detects chromosomal abnormalities.