A-Level Biology AQA 7402

8.4.2: Differences in DNA between individuals of the same species can be exploited for identification and diagnosis of heritable conditions

#8.4.2.1

The use of labelled DNA probes and DNA hybridisation to locate specific alleles of genes.

#8.4.2.2

The use of labelled DNA probes that can be used to screen patients for heritable conditions, drug responses or health risks.

#8.4.2.3

The use of this information in genetic counselling and personalised medicine.

#8.4.2.4

Students should be able to evaluate information relating to screening individuals for genetically determined conditions and drug responses.

8.4.1
Recombinant DNA technology
8.4.3
Genetic fingerprinting