The 'Humulin' was the first genetically engineered human therapeutic product approved for clinical use. It is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Humulin' was the first genetically engineered human therapeutic product approved for clinical use. It is:
A. Human Growth Hormone
B. Human Albumin
C. Human Interferon
D. Human Insulin
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Humulin is the trade name for the first genetically engineered human insulin, approved by the FDA in 1982. Prior to this, insulin for diabetic patients was extracted from the pancreases of pigs and cows, which could cause allergic reactions. Humulin is produced by inserting the human insulin genes into Escherichia coli bacteria, which then synthesize the exact amino acid sequence of human insulin, eliminating the risk of animal-derived immune reactions.

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Biology Questions

Question #1
The theory of 'Munch Hypothesis' explains the mechanism of:
A. Guttation
B. Transpiration pull
C. Ascent of sap
D. Translocation of food in phloem

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Munch hypothesis, or mass flow hypothesis, explains the translocation of organic solutes (primarily sucrose) through the phloem. It proposes that the movement is driven by a turgor pressure gradient between the source (where sugars are loaded into the phloem, increasing osmotic pressure) and the sink (where sugars are unloaded, decreasing osmotic pressure). Water flows from xylem to phloem and back, driving the bulk flow.

This question belongs to: Science Biology
Question #2
The phenomenon where the primary root is short-lived and is replaced by a cluster of roots arising from the base of the stem is seen in:
A. Mustard
B. Carrot
C. Peepal tree
D. Grasses

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
In monocotyledonous plants like grasses, the primary tap root formed from the radicle is short-lived and aborts early. It is subsequently replaced by a large number of fibrous roots that arise adventitiously from the base of the stem. This forms a fibrous root system. Mustard, peepal, and carrot exhibit a tap root system derived from the primary root.

This question belongs to: Science Biology
Question #3
The branch of biology concerned with the study of insects is:
A. Ornithology
B. Entomology
C. Ichthyology
D. Herpetology

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Entomology is the study of insects. Ichthyology is fish, herpetology reptiles and amphibians, ornithology birds. Insects are the most diverse group of animals.

This question belongs to: Science Biology