Question

Pedigree Analysis is required only when there is a need to identify a genetic disease in humans.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B

False

The analysis of traits in several generations in a family is called pedigree analysis. In the pedigree analysis, the inheritance of a particular trait is represented in the family tree over generations. Pedigree analysis is not only done for the diagnosis of genetic diseases in humans. It is also done to understand a general genetic history of any family. Pedigree analysis is also used in maintaining select breeds of dogs and horses.