KCET2026BiologyBiotechnology and Its Applications
The human protein obtained from transgenic animals used to treat emphysema is
Options
- AInsulin
- B-Lactalbumin
- C-1 antitrypsin
- D-Lactalbumin
Correct answer
C. -1 antitrypsin
Step-by-step solution
Transgenic animals are used to produce useful biological products by introducing the portion of DNA (or genes) which codes for a particular product. The human protein -1 antitrypsin is produced by transgenic animals and is used to treat emphysema. Insulin is produced using recombinant DNA technology in bacteria. -Lactalbumin is a human protein found in the milk of the first transgenic cow, Rosie. Answer: -1 antitrypsin