DNA technology has many medical applications. Which of the following is not done routinely at present?
A) production of hormones for treating diabetes and dwarfism
B) analysis of gene expression for more informed cancer treatments
C) gene editing by the CRISPR-Cas9 system in viable human embryos to correct genetic diseases
D) prenatal identification of genetic disease alleles

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Gene editing by the CRISPR-Cas9 system in viable human embryos to correct genetic diseases is still a controversial and potentially unethical practice that is not routinely done at present. While research has been conducted in this area, it is still largely experimental and not widely accepted or implemented in medical practice.

DNA Technology Has Many Medical Applications