What is the main advantage of using PCR in diagnosing diseases?

What is the main advantage of using PCR in diagnosing diseases?
  1. Early detection of pathogen
  2. Serum and urine analysis
  3. Amplification of nucleic acid
  4. Autoradiography

Solution

PCR can detect very low amounts of DNA, even when the disease symptoms are not yet visible, making it possible to diagnose diseases at an early stage.

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