Which of the Following Genetic Polymorphisms Is Associated with a Predisposition

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following genetic polymorphisms is associated with a predisposition to asthma? (Select all that apply.)

• A)promoter variants of IL-5
• B)structural variant of IgG receptor
• C)HLA class II allotypes
• D)β₂-adrenergic receptor variant
• E)ACOX5 (5-lipoxygenase).

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