Is there a need for mass production of insulin if bacterium can make human insulin?

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Is there a need for mass production of insulin if bacterium can make human insulin?

BiologyBiotechnology and Its ApplicationsNEET

Options:

A Yes
B No
C May be
D The need depends on various factors

Solution:

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The correct answer is: Yes

If bacterium can make human insulin, then one can easily grow a large quantity of the bacteria and make as much insulin as needed.

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