There Is a Mutation in the Gene for CD4 in a Helper

question 39

Multiple Choice

There is a mutation in the gene for CD4 in a helper T cell such that it is transcribed and translated,but it cannot bind to class II MHC molecules.What effect will this have on the adaptive immune response?

• A)Histamine would not be produced at all.
• B)Cytotoxic T cells would not be as effective as normal.
• C)Antibodies would not be produced as readily.
• D)Lymphocytes would not differentiate as quickly.

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