Other Than an Autopsy After Death, the BEST Way to Diagnose

question 16

Multiple Choice

Other than an autopsy after death, the BEST way to diagnose the presence of Alzheimer's disease is by:

• A) observing behavior to identify symptoms.
• B) searching for biomarkers.
• C) using a battery of physical agility tests.
• D) measuring increased activity levels in the hippocampus.

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Definitions:

Sex-Linked Inheritance

Pattern of inheritance in which certain characteristics carried on the X chromosome inherited from the mother are transmitted differently to her male and female offspring.

Gene Mutations

Permanent alterations in the DNA sequence of a gene, potentially affecting an organism's traits or health.

Birth Defects

Congenital abnormalities or conditions that are present at birth, which can affect the physical or cognitive development of a child.

Diseases

Conditions that impair normal body functions and are characterized by specific symptoms and signs.