What is the Ames test used for?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) To estimate the carcinogenic potential of a chemical
Explanation:
● The Ames test is a biological assay to assess the mutagenic potential of chemical compounds.
● Since many mutagens are also carcinogens, the test serves as a screening tool for cancer-causing potential.
Information Booster:
● It was developed by Bruce Ames in the early 1970s.
● The test uses strains of the bacterium Salmonella typhimurium that carry mutations in genes involved in histidine synthesis.
Additional Knowledge:
● Geiger counter – Used to measure nuclear radiation.
● Electrocardiogram (ECG) – Used to diagnose heart conditions.