Which of the Following Statements Best Describes Common Variable Immunodeficiency

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes common variable immunodeficiency?

• A) Symptoms appear in infancy.
• B) It is inherited as an X-linked recessive.
• C) It is invariably fatal for the patient.
• D) There is a deficiency of IgA, IgG, or both.

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Definitions:

Baby Talk

A simplified form of language used by adults when communicating with babies, characterized by higher pitch, slower rate, and exaggerated intonation.

Speech Sound Disorder

A condition where a person has difficulty producing or pronouncing sounds correctly, affecting verbal communication.

Articulation

The physical production of particular speech sounds and the clarity with which these sounds are produced in spoken language.

Childhood Onset Fluency

A speech disorder originating in childhood that affects the flow, speed, and rhythm of speech, often referred to as stuttering.