NEETZoologyBiotechnology and Its Applications
What is the role of adenosine deaminase (ADA) in the human body?
Options
- ATo detect mutated genes
- BTo detect antigens in ELISA
- CTo aid the immune system function
- DTo detect very low amounts of DNA
Correct answer
C. To aid the immune system function
Step-by-step solution
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