The gene that can detect the expression of another gene is called a/an ________.
A) reporter gene
B) transgene
C) alternate gene
D) inactivated gene
E) functional gene

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A reporter gene is used to detect the expression of another gene. It is often engineered to produce a visual or measurable signal that indicates whether the target gene is active or not. Examples of reporter genes include luciferase, green fluorescent protein (GFP), and beta-galactosidase.

The Gene That Can Detect the Expression of Another Gene