Two Applications of PCR

1. Detection of genetic diseases – e.g., diagnosing cystic fibrosis or sickle cell anemia by amplifying mutant gene sequences.

2. Pathogen identification – e.g., detection of HIV, hepatitis B, or Mycobacterium tuberculosis in patient samples.

Short Answer:

1. To detect genetic diseases like sickle cell anemia.

2. To identify pathogens like HIV or TB bacteria.