Which of the Following Is an Inborn Error of Metabolism

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an inborn error of metabolism that is screened for in the United States?

• A)Down syndrome
• B)Cystic fibrosis
• C)Phenylketonuria (PKU)
• D)Sickle cell anemia
• E)All of the above

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Definitions:

Homeostasis

The process by which living organisms regulate their internal environment to maintain a stable, constant condition.

Biological Molecules

Organic molecules essential for life, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

Buffers

Substances that minimize changes in pH by absorbing or releasing hydrogen ions, thus maintaining a stable environment in solutions, especially in biological systems.

Hydrogen Bonds

Weak bonds between partially positive hydrogen atoms and partially negative atoms (like oxygen or nitrogen) in different molecules or within the same molecule.