Misfolding of Polypeptides Is a Serious Problem in Cells

question 105

Multiple Choice

Misfolding of polypeptides is a serious problem in cells. Which of the following diseases are associated with an accumulation of misfolded polypeptides?

• A) Alzheimer's only
• B) Parkinson's only
• C) diabetes mellitus only
• D) Alzheimer's and Parkinson's only
• E) Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and diabetes mellitus

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