A Mutation Occurs in a Gene That Is Important to the Production

question 14

Multiple Choice

A mutation occurs in a gene that is important to the production of MHC Class II molecules. Which of the following statements accurately describes the ramifications of such a mutation?

• A) Such a mutation will hinder antibody production due to the lack of interaction between B lymphocytes and helper T cells.
• B) Such a mutation inhibits cytotoxic T cell function since these cells will not be able to interact with other cells of the body.
• C) There will not be a negative impact because the mutation affects a rare class of MHC molecules that are only functional later in life.
• D) Such a mutation will alter the ability of NK cells to detect tumor cells in the body.

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