When Carrying Out Presymptomatic Testing, Which of the Following Diseases

question 6

Multiple Choice

When carrying out presymptomatic testing, which of the following diseases has a gene that is 100% penetrant?

• A)Tay-Sachs disease
• B)Fragile X syndrome
• C)Cystic fibrosis
• D)Huntington's disease

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Definitions:

Dissolved Mineral

Minerals that have been broken down into their ionic components and dispersed within a liquid.

Parenchyma Cells

Fundamental plant cells that are alive at maturity and are known for their thin walls and roles in photosynthesis, storage, and tissue repair.

Tracheids

Long, tapered cells found in the xylem of nearly all vascular plants, involved in water transport and structural support.

Rapid Physical Growth

A phase typically observed in the infant and adolescent stages where the body grows at an accelerated rate.