Bangalore University 2007 M.Sc BioTechnology BTP-302 :Animal - Question Paper

third semester M.Sc Degree examination, November /December 2007
Biotechnology

BTP-302 :Animal Biotechnology
Time: 3hours Max.Marks:80

part A (5*3)

Write brief notes on any 5 of the subsequent

1. E.G.F.

2. Homeostasis.

3. Cell line .

4. Stemcells .

5. Lipofection.

6. Super ovulation.

7. Cell synchronization.

part B (4*5)

ans any 4 of the subsequent

8. Present a critical note on serum free culture media and its application in tissue culture.

9. Write an account on pre implantation genetic diagnosis.

10. Explain the methods of cloning in animal systems.

11. Explain the importance of gonadotrophin releasing hormone in the regulation of reproduction in human.

12. "silk worm is an invaluable bioreactor". comment.

13. Describe the production of proteins for pharmaceutical use employing transgenic animals.

part C (3*15)

ans any 3 of the subsequent

14. Give an account of measurement of viability and cyto toxicity.

15. Explain the process of in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer techniques.

16. What are the different approaches for scaling up of monolayer culture? explain the advantages and limitations .

17. Describe in detail the procedure involved in producing transgenic mice.

18. Explain the in detail cloning of sheep. Comment on the current status animal cloning experiments.

Earning:   Approval pending.