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Which of the following is commonly used as a vector for introducing a DNA fragment in human lymphocytes?

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λ phage
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Retrovirus
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PBR 322
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Ti plasmid
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Solution

The correct option is B Retrovirus
  • Retrovirus is used as a vector for human lymphocytes. λ phage is used for bacteria.
  • pBR 322 is a plasmid vector commonly used in bacterial transformations. Ti plasmid is used for DNA transfer in plants.

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