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MA. BEATRICE MARISTELA
on Oct 11, 2024
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Susan, a mother with type B blood, has a child with type O blood. She claims that Craig, who has type A blood, is the father. He claims that he cannot possibly be the father. Further blood tests ordered by the judge reveal that Craig has genotype AA. What can we predict about the judge's ruling?
A) Susan is right and Craig will be ordered to pay child support.
B) Craig is right and will not be ordered to pay child support.
C) Susan cannot be the real mother of the child; an error was likely made at the hospital.
D) Craig is likely to be the father but the blood tests are inadequate proof.
E) The judge will not be able to reach a decision based on the limited data available.
Genotype AA
A genetic configuration where an individual possesses two alleles of type A for a particular gene, denoting a homozygous condition.
Type B Blood
One of the ABO blood types characterized by the presence of the B antigen on red cells and the presence of anti-A antibody in the plasma.
Type O Blood
A blood type characterized by the absence of A and B antigens on red cells and in plasma, making it a universal donor type for red blood cell transfusion.
- Gain insight into the genetic basis of blood types and the significance of universal donors and recipients.
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BP
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the genetic basis of blood types and the significance of universal donors and recipients.