Marfan Syndrome Is a Hereditary Defect of Elastin Fibers

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Multiple Choice

Marfan syndrome is a hereditary defect of elastin fibers. People with this syndrome have ________.

• A) hyperextensible joints
• B) a small cranium
• C) elastic bones
• D) stronger bones
• E) viscous blood

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Definitions:

Blood Sugar Level

The concentration of glucose present in the blood, critical for maintaining energy levels and overall health, regulated by hormonal mechanisms.

Body Weight

The mass or quantity of heaviness of an individual, typically measured in kilograms or pounds.

Stomach Distention

The expansion or bloating of the stomach due to excess gas, fluid, or solid material, often causing discomfort.

Insulin

A biochemical substance from the pancreas tasked with balancing glucose levels in the bloodstream by facilitating its uptake into bodily tissues.