Emily Knows That She Has Inherited the Oncogene BRCA1 What

question 12

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:

Hue

A color or shade, particularly one that indicates the degree to which a stimulus can be described as similar to or different from stimuli that are described as red, green, blue, and yellow.

Iris

The colored part of the eye that controls the size of the pupil and thus the amount of light that enters the eye.

Pupil

The adjustable opening in the center of the eye through which light enters, its size regulated by the iris.

Sclera

The tough, white outer layer (coat) of the eyeball that, along with the cornea, helps to maintain the shape and protect the interior of the eye.