Animal Biotechnology Question Paper

Animal Biotechnology

Course:Master Of Science

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2009

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2009/2010
FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF
SCIENCE
SBC 418: ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
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DATE: TUESDAY 29TH DECEMBER 2009 TIME: 8.00 A.M. – 10.00 A.M.
INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION A
Answer 2 Questions (20 marks)
1. a) Describe a transgenic animal and explain why they are produced.
(6 marks)
b) How are transgenic animals produced? (8 marks)
c) Explain the process of retro virus mediated gene transfer. (6 marks)
2. a) In reference to GMO, define the term patent. (6 marks)
b) Discuss the importance of ethics in the manipulation of animal genetics.
(14 marks)
3. Explain how
a) Xeno-transplantation can be improved between man and pig. (10 marks)
b) H1N1 virus vaccine can be developed using reverse genetics approach.
(10 marks)
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SECTION B
Answer All Questions. (10 marks each)
4. Describe the structure and replication mechanism of the retrovirus genome.
(6 marks)
5. Which is the latest FDA approved animal used for the production of transgenic
product?
a) Name the animal and the product. (4 marks)
b) Explain how the product was formed. (6 marks)
6. Explain the production of a Hybridoma. (10 marks)

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