Which of the following human molecules would be candidates for genetic modification of pigs to make these animals more suitable as organ donors for humans? (Select all that apply.)

a. membrane co-factor protein (MCP)
b. decay-accelerating factor (DAF)
c. HLA class II
d. HLA class I
e. CD59.


a, b, e

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Lift your hands off the chest between each compression to get enough force for the next compression

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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