Thalassemia Is More Commonly Found in Infants with Which Ethnic

question 9

Multiple Choice

Thalassemia is more commonly found in infants with which ethnic backgrounds?

• A) African American, Middle Eastern, Haitian
• B) Ashkenazi Jews, Greek, Italian
• C) Asian, Asian Indian, Mediterranean
• D) Cajun, American Indian, French Canadian

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Definitions:

Osteoporosis

A condition characterized by weakened bones, increasing the risk of fractures, often due to reduced bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue.

Atrophy

The process of tissue breakdown or decrease in size, often due to disease, injury, or lack of use.

Arthritis

A common condition causing pain and inflammation in a joint, resulting in stiffness and reduced mobility.

Medial temporal lobe

A region of the brain crucial for the formation of long-term memory and associated with the limbic system.