The lac repressor is made up of four identical polypeptides (thus a homotetramer). Part of the molecule has a site (or sites) that enable it to recognize and bind to the 24 base pairs of the lac operator. Another part of the repressor contains sites that bind to allolactose.
A âdependentâ is identified from the relationship between the parent and the child. It includes any child up to the age of 26, whether that child is married, a student, is employed, and/or has coverage available through a non-parent.** Spouses and children.
Spouse of a Former Employee. A spouse of a former employee, who was covered under the enrollee's employer plan on the day before the qualifying event can elect to continue coverage. Under both federal and state law, the spouse can continue for up to 18 months or until he or she becomes covered under another group plan.