Several Single-Gene Disorders Are More Common in Some Populations of People

question 82

True/False

Several single-gene disorders are more common in some populations of people than in others.

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Definitions:

Benzodiazepines

A class of psychoactive drugs used to treat conditions such as anxiety, insomnia, and seizures due to their sedative and muscle relaxant properties.

Tricyclic Antidepressants

A class of medications used to treat depression, characterized by their chemical structure and mechanism of action.

Anticholinergic Side Effects

Side effects caused by medications that block the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, such as dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, and cognitive impairment.

Fluphenazine (Prolixin)

An antipsychotic medication used to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and other mental health disorders.