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NEET · Biology · STD 12 - 10. biotechnology and its application

The human protein named \(\alpha\)-1-antitrypsin, obtained from transgenic animals, is used for the treatment of :

  1. A Emphysema
  2. B Alzheimer's disease
  3. C Rheumatoid arthritis
  4. D Cystic fibrosis
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(A) Emphysema

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(A) Emphysema
Transgenic animals that produce useful biological products can be created by the introduction of the portion of DNA (or genes) which codes for a particular product.
The human protein \(\alpha-1\) -antitrypsin is produced by transgenic animals and is used to treat emphysema.
Similar attempts are being made for the treatment of phenylketonuria (PKU) and cystic fibrosis.