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UPSC CSE 2020 · PYQ · Biotechnology · medium

In the context of recent advances in human reproductive technology, "Pronuclear Transfer" is used for

  1. A.genetic modification of sperm producing cells
  2. B.development of stem cells into functional embryos
  3. C.prevention of mitochondrial diseases in offspring✓ Correct
  4. D.fertilization of egg in vitro by the donor sperm

Explanation

Pronuclear transfer is a mitochondrial replacement technique used to prevent the transmission of mitochondrial DNA diseases from mother to offspring.
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