Biology Question

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1. Imagine that you are a clinical geneticist. Your colleague is an oncologist who wants your help explaining the basics of genetics to their patient, who will be undergoing genetic testing in the coming weeks for possible acute myeloid leukemia (AML) induced by the radiation she had several years ago for breast cancer.
   Write a 1,050- to 1,225-word memo to your colleague.
   Include the following in your memo:
   • An explanation of the molecular structure of DNA and RNA, highlighting both similarities and differences
   • A description of the processes of transcription and translation
   • An explanation of the differences between leading and lagging strands and how the DNA is replicated in each strand
   • Reponses to the following common questions patients might ask about this type of genetic testing and genetic disorder:
   • Does AML run in families?
   • What genes are tested for?
   
   Cite any sources used in your memo and format them according to APA guidelines.
   Submit your assignment.
   Note: Refer to the Assignment Resources for help with this assignment. You may use one of the memo templates provided or create one of your own.
   Assignment Resources
   • Memo Templates from Microsoft
   • Center for Writing Excellence
   • Reference and Citation Generator
   • Grammar Assistance