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OCR - A level AS/A Biology
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| 5.6.5 | Human Genetics | (a) describe cystic fibrosis, Huntington’s disease and Down’s syndrome in humans, and explain how they are inherited. (Issues related to these genetic conditions may need to be handled with sensitivity.) (b) describe how genetic screening is carried out and appreciate the advantages and disadvantages of genetic screening and the need for genetic counselling (c) explain the theoretical basis of gene therapy and appreciate its possible benefits and hazards. (d) explain the theoretical basis of genetic fingerprinting and outline how it is carried out. | 8 |
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