A Microdeletion in Which Chromosomal Region Is a Common Cause

question 4

Multiple Choice

A microdeletion in which chromosomal region is a common cause of tetralogy of Fallot with pulmonary atresia or with absent pulmonary valve?

• A) 20p12
• B) 20q13
• C) 21q21
• D) 22q11
• E) Xq12

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