Which of the Following Correctly Describes a Philadelphia Chromosome

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly describes a Philadelphia chromosome?

• A) a human chromosome 22 that has had a specific translocation from chromosome 9
• B) a human chromosome 9 that is found only many types of cancer
• C) a chromosome found only in mitochondria
• D) a chromosome with a point mutation that increases cell division

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Definitions:

Cerebrovascular Accident

Cerebrovascular Accident, commonly known as a stroke, occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, causing brain cells to die.

Medical Abbreviation

Shortened forms of words or phrases used in the medical field to streamline communication.

Cancer

Cancer refers to a collection of illnesses marked by the unchecked proliferation and dissemination of atypical cells within the body, which can result in death if left untreated.

Carcinoma

A type of cancer that starts in cells of the skin or the tissue linings of organs.