Learning objectives
Explain why human proteins made by genetically modified microorganisms or cells, such as insulin, factor VIII and adenosine deaminase, are safer, purer and more reliable treatments than proteins extracted from animals or donated blood.
Outline how genetic screening for BRCA1 and BRCA2 (breast cancer), Huntington's disease and cystic fibrosis benefits individuals and families.
Outline how gene therapy uses vectors to deliver functional alleles to treat severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) and inherited eye diseases.
Discuss the social and ethical arguments about genetic screening and gene therapy, such as consent, discrimination, embryo selection and cost.
Explain how GM salmon, herbicide-resistant soybean and insect-resistant (Bt) cotton can increase the quality and productivity of food production.
Evaluate the ethical, social and environmental arguments for and against producing food from genetically modified organisms.
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