What Was the Result of Blocking Nogo-A in Monkeys with Surgically

question 34

Multiple Choice

What was the result of blocking Nogo-A in monkeys with surgically induced spinal cord damage?

• A)There was no change in any motor function.
• B)Monkeys recovered 80% of the use of their paralyzed hand.
• C)The non-paralyzed hand became more functional,but no changes were observed in the paralyzed hand.
• D) Reversal of paralysis occurred in 50% of the monkeys in the study.

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Definitions:

Conidia

A type of asexual spore in fungi that is not encased in a spore-bearing structure and is important for the spread and reproduction of fungi.

Microsporidia

A group of spore-producing unicellular parasites that can infect a variety of hosts, including humans, often leading to disease in immunocompromised individuals.

Unicellular Parasites

Single-celled organisms that live and feed on other living entities, often causing diseases.

Flagellum

A whip-like structure present in some cells that is used for locomotion or sensory functions.