An Organism That Has Been Altered by the Introduction of a Foreign

Question

An organism that has been altered by the introduction of a foreign gene is known as:
A) GMO
B) GMP
C) FDA
D) SOP
E) PCR

Accepted Answer

An organism that has been altered by the introduction of a foreign gene is known as a genetically modified organism (GMO). Choice A represents this term. Choice B (GMP) refers to Good Manufacturing Practice, which are guidelines for the production of pharmaceuticals. Choice C (FDA) refers to the US Food and Drug Administration, which is responsible for regulating food and drug products. Choice D (SOP) refers to Standard Operating Procedure, which is a set of instructions for completing a specific task. Choice E (PCR) refers to Polymerase Chain Reaction, which is a laboratory technique used to amplify specific DNA sequences.