The Diagnostic Procedure That Uses the Sound Produced by Tapping

question 81

Short Answer

The diagnostic procedure that uses the sound produced by tapping the body surface with the finger is known as ____________________.​

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Definitions:

Phenylketonuria (PKU)

A genetic disorder characterized by the inability of the body to break down the amino acid phenylalanine, leading to harmful levels in the brain and subsequently cognitive impairment if not treated.

Genetically Transmitted

Refers to the process by which traits or conditions are passed from parents to offspring through their genes.

Dominant Trait

An inherited characteristic that appears in an offspring if it is contributed from a parent through a dominant allele.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in the regulation of movement, emotions, motivation, and the feeling of pleasure.