NEET Zoology Transgenic Animals MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about transgenic animals is correct?
Transgenic animals can produce human proteins that are used for medical treatments.
Transgenic animals are created primarily for agricultural pest control.
All transgenic animals are designed to produce vaccines for human diseases.
Transgenic animals do not have any impact on the nutritional value of animal products.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Transgenic animals can be engineered to produce useful biological products, such as human proteins for medical treatments, as mentioned in the context regarding α-1-antitrypsin and Rosie the cow's milk.
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