Which Is an Important Criterion for Discerning Autosomal Recessive Inheritance

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which is an important criterion for discerning autosomal recessive inheritance?

• A) Consanuinity is often present.
• B) Females are affected more than males.
• C) The disease is seen in the parents and in the siblings.
• D) On average,one half of the offspring of the carrier will be affected.

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