Which Factor Has the Greatest Genetic Influence in the Development

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which factor has the greatest genetic influence in the development of type 1 diabetes mellitus?

• A)Inheritance of the HLA-DR or HLA-DQ tissue types
• B)Sedentary lifestyle coupled with childhood obesity
• C)Mutation in the gene for pancreas development
• D)Advanced maternal age at conception

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Personal Choice

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