Huntington Disease Is _____

question 14

Multiple Choice

Huntington disease is _____.

• A) a model of a multifactorial trait, controlled by several genes
• B) inherited as an X-linked dominant trait
• C) a disease with onset in early childhood
• D) one that produces no significant changes in brain cells
• E) a model of a single gene defect affecting behavior

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Definitions:

Protozoal Infection

A type of infection caused by protozoa, single-celled organisms that can either be free-living or parasitic.

Parasitic Infection

An infestation by parasites such as protozoa, worms, or insects that live on or inside a host organism, often causing disease.

O&P Specimen

An ova and parasites specimen, or a stool sample, that is examined for the presence of certain forms of protozoans or parasites, including their eggs (ova).

Dehydrated

A state of body water loss that exceeds water intake, leading to symptoms such as thirst, dizziness, and dry skin.