Polymorphisms in the HLA Locus Arise Primarily Through Which Type

question 1

Multiple Choice

Polymorphisms in the HLA locus arise primarily through which type of genetic event?

• A) Translocation
• B) Gene conversion
• C) Missense mutation
• D) Deletion

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