DNA & Genetic Testing

  • Pet Adoptions and DNA Testing

    You are the proud owner of a new pet, but want to know more about it. When pet adoptions take place people are increasingly turning to DNA testing to find out important information about the new animals in their lives.
    Published by Paul Arnold (14539 pts) on Nov 7, 2009 to
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  • DNA Barcoding: The Shopping List of Life

    DNA barcoding is one of the newest and fastest rising scientific fields. A five year old technology that has widespread applications from food safety to animal conservation and much more. By using our knowledge of DNA genetics scientists hope to catalogue every single living species.
    Published by Paul Arnold (14539 pts) on Nov 6, 2009 to
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  • Where is DNA Found?

    From the tiniest bug, to the tallest Oak, and largest mammal, DNA certainly gets around. What is so incredible about this molecule is its similarity in structure and composition in all living things. This article takes a peek inside cells to find out where DNA is found.
    Published by Paul Arnold (14539 pts) on Nov 6, 2009 to
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  • What is DNA Replication?

    The answer is essential to understanding the basic rules of genetics. An understanding of the process of DNA replication can help you gain basic knowledge about genetic engineering and how genetic mutations occur. DNA replication must occur for cells to divide and traits to be passed on.
    Published by Alternative (87 pts) on Nov 3, 2009 to
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  • What is Sturge-Weber Syndrome?

    Find out more about the symptoms and cause of Sturge-Weber syndrome, a disfiguring disease that is characterized by neurological problems such as seizures and headaches,
    Published by Robyn Broyles (11071 pts) on Oct 28, 2009 to
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  • How DNA Fingerprinting Can Solve Crimes

    No matter how meticulous or clever the criminal, there is usually some evidence left behind at a crime scene. There may be no smoking gun, but what there is can give police plenty of information for their investigation. The evidence doesn’t need to be huge, in fact a few skin cells will do.
    Published by Paul Arnold (14539 pts) on Oct 10, 2009 to
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  • Flu Vaccine Effectiveness and Production Time

    Why is the annual flu shot not always very effective? Why is there no swine flu vaccine available yet, and why is bird flu vaccine not being made now? Find out the factors that slow down the production of influenza immunization.
    Published by Robyn Broyles (11071 pts) on Oct 6, 2009 to
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  • Genetic Test for Prostate Cancer

    Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men. Detecting prostate cancer symptoms early on is notoriously difficult. But a relatively new genetic test could make the job a lot easier as it's able to pick warning signals from a simple urine test.
    Published by Paul Arnold (14539 pts) on Oct 3, 2009 to
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  • What is Canine Lupus?

    Canine Lupus is an autoimmune disease affecting dogs where the immune system attacks the body. Read on to find out about the two types of canine lupus and their symptoms and treatment options.
    Published by bala (5689 pts) on Sep 30, 2009 to
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  • Equine Color Genetics - How Horses Get Their Color

    Understanding how equine color genetics work has helped horse breeders breed horses with specific colors and patterns. Various horse colors results from the effects of a combination of base coat colors, dilution genes and modifier genes.
    Published by Sonal Panse (12103 pts) on Sep 30, 2009 to
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