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Huntington's Disease Is Caused by a Recessive Gene,whereas Phenylketonuria (PKU)is

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Huntington's disease is caused by a recessive gene,whereas phenylketonuria (PKU)is caused by a dominant gene.


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Acetazolamide

A medication used to treat glaucoma, epilepsy, altitude sickness, and as a diuretic to manage fluid retention.

Carbonic Anhydrase

Enzyme that catalyzes the reaction between carbon dioxide and water to form carbonic acid.

Diuretic Effect

An increase in the excretion of urine by the body, often stimulated by certain substances or medications.

Carbonic Acid

is a weak acid formed in solution when carbon dioxide is dissolved in water, playing a key role in the buffering of blood pH.

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