One important biotechnology advance is the mass production of the enzyme tissue plasminogen activator (TPA).What is the most likely effect of TPA being expressed constantly?
A) Clots forming too easily
B) Difficulty maintaining clots when needed
C) High blood glucose levels
D) Low blood glucose levels
E) Anemia

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Tissue plasminogen activator (TPA) is involved in the breakdown of blood clots, so constant expression of TPA would make it difficult to maintain clots when they are needed for wound healing or preventing bleeding. This could lead to excessive bleeding and other complications. A, C, D, and E are not related to TPA expression.

One Important Biotechnology Advance Is the Mass Production of the Enzyme