NEET Zoology Transgenic Animals MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about transgenic animals is correct?
Transgenic animals can produce human proteins, such as α-1-antitrypsin, for medical treatments.
Transgenic animals are only used for agricultural purposes and have no medical applications.
The first transgenic animal was a mouse that produced insulin for diabetes treatment.
Transgenic animals can be created by introducing genes that produce Bt toxins for pest resistance.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Transgenic animals can indeed be engineered to produce human proteins like α-1-antitrypsin, which is used in treating emphysema, as stated in the NCERT context on transgenic animals.
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