Any Mutation That Increases the Risk of Disease in an Individual

question 99

Multiple Choice

Any mutation that increases the risk of disease in an individual is known as a:

• A)transmission mutation.
• B)somatic mutation.
• C)genetic load.
• D)genetic risk factor.
• E)predisposition factor.

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Definitions:

Hip And Shoulder

Joints that connect the limbs to the torso; the hip being the articulation between the pelvis and the femur, and the shoulder connecting the upper arm to the torso.

Gliding Motion

A smooth movement where surfaces slide past one another, typical in some types of joints like the carpals of the wrist.

Plane Joint

A type of synovial joint which allows only sliding or gliding movements where the articular surfaces are flat.

Cartilaginous Joint

A type of joint where the bones are joined by cartilage, allowing for limited movement.