BIO2070 Discussion - PCR has been developed as a technology

Biology And Medical Sociology Discussion 550 Words

Microbiology-

 

BIO2070 Discussion questions – 150words- include references

 

PCR

PCR has been developed as a technology for correcting gene defects, thereby advancing the diagnostic aspects of molecular biology, especially for infectious and diagnostic diseases.

· What is PCR? Describe the technique in detail.

· What enzyme is used in this process and how is the enzyme used in PCR different from others?

· What is that enzyme's function in the cell?

· How has PCR changed microbiology?

 

 

BIO2071 Microbiology Lab

Molds and Yeasts – Discussion question - 150words- include references

Both molds and yeasts are considered fungi. Using the Internet read and research about molds and yeasts.

Based on your research, respond to the following:

· Compare and contrast between molds versus yeasts.

· Human infectious diseases are caused by fungi classified as superficial, cutaneous, subcutaneous, and systemic mycoses. What specific characteristics distinguish each of these categories?

· What are the regions of the human body where mycotic diseases can be observed?

 

HSC2010 Medical Sociology –

Discussion question – 250 words – include references

Sick Role Model

When a person becomes sick, he or she may demonstrate a variety of behaviors. Some people like to be left alone while others may seek assistance. Some people will act well even when they are sick. They may even feel guilty for not being able to do their work or take responsibilities.

What are the four aspects of the sick role model (Parsons 1951)?

According to Parsons, medicine is an institution for the social control of deviant behavior.

Do you agree or disagree with this view? Why or why not?

What is the patient-physician relationship according to Cockerham?

Which two sociological examples of the sick role, as evidenced by existing research, do you think are most appropriate? Justify your answers with appropriate research and reasoning.

Parsons, T. (1951). The social system. Glencoe, IL: The Free Press.

Complementary and Alternative medicine (CAM) —An analysis

“CAM therapies have been in existence for hundreds of years. While many of these therapies are commonly used in non-Western societies their popularity is increasing steadily. In fact, large numbers of American consumers are using CAM currently in an effort to pre-empt disease and disability or to promote health and a sense of well-being.”

(Source: Kirschstein, R. I., Acting Director, National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, National Institutes of Health, AMSA, 2008.)

How effective do you think CAM is in comparison to clinical treatment and diagnosis? Justify your answer.

Identify and discuss at least 10 types of treatments offered by CAM practitioners.

Analyze and present at least one case that shows the positive effect of CAM and one that shows the negative effect.

What is the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) role in CAM research? Justify your answers with appropriate research and reasoning