Emily Knows That She Has Inherited the Oncogene BRCA1

question 151

Multiple Choice

Emily knows that she has inherited the oncogene BRCA1. What does this mean for Emily?

• A)She is protected from breast cancer.
• B)She has an increased risk of developing breast cancer.
• C)She is protected from colon cancer.
• D)She has an increased risk of developing colon cancer.

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Definitions:

Circadian Rhythm

The internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and repeats roughly every 24 hours, influencing the physical, mental, and behavioral changes in living beings.

Juvenile Hormone (JH)

A hormone in insects that regulates development, reproduction, and other physiological functions, often influencing the transition from juvenile to adult stages.

Circadian Rhythms

Biological processes that display an endogenous, entrainable oscillation of about 24 hours, governing the sleep-wake cycle among other bodily functions.

Daily Environmental Cues

External signals like light and temperature that influence an organism's daily behaviors and physiological processes.