Which Parts of the Brain Lose Cells in Huntington's Disease

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which parts of the brain lose cells in Huntington's disease?

• A)Pathways of neurons containing the neurotransmitter dopamine
• B)The cerebellum and medulla
• C)The striatum and the cortex
• D)The hippocampus and amygdala

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