Which of the Following Genetic Diseases Involve Defects in DNA

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following genetic diseases involve defects in DNA repair, which affects cell division?

• A) Gaucher disease and Werner syndrome
• B) Kearns-Sayre syndrome and progeria
• C) Progeria and Werner syndrome
• D) Gaucher disease and cystic fibrosis
• E) Progeria and Werner syndrome.

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Definitions:

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Flunitrazepam

A potent sedative drug that is part of the benzodiazepine family, often associated with its use as a "date-rape" drug.

Benzodiazepine

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