Helen's Daughter Has PKU

question 26

Multiple Choice

Helen's daughter has PKU. Which of the following is most likely to be true?

• A) Helen is African American.
• B) Her daughter cannot drink milk.
• C) The disorder was discovered when her daughter was in her teens.
• D) She was exposed to a teratogen while pregnant.
• E) Helen was over 40 when she gave birth.

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Definitions:

Branchlike Structures

Dendrites, the neuron parts that extend outward to receive information from other neurons.

Dendrites

Branchlike structures of a neuron that receive messages from other neurons.

Neurons

Neurons are the basic working units of the brain, specialized cells designed to transmit information to other nerve cells, muscle, or gland cells.

Frontal Lobe

The frontal lobe is a region of the brain associated with decision making, problem-solving, control of purposeful behaviors, consciousness, and emotions.