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Which of the following methods would be most useful for identifying point mutations anywhere in the DNA segment?
 
  a. Southern blot analysis
  b. PCR
  c. DNA sequencing
  d. FISH

Question 2

Discuss the impact of FISH technology in hematolymphoid disorders and bone marrow transplant recipients.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: FISH technology could be used to identify chimerisms in bone marrow transplant patients. It also could be used to identify specific molecular genetic aberrations while preserving the morphology of the cell.



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