In Cystic Fibrosis, a Mutation Has Rendered the Receptor for Binding

question 50

Multiple Choice

In cystic fibrosis, a mutation has rendered the receptor for binding and inactivating Pseudomonas defective. The affected gene is the CFTR. Where is the CFTR gene product located?

• A) cytosol
• B) nucleus
• C) plasma membrane surface
• D) mitochondria
• E) phagosome

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