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Which of the following is NOT a role of the CFTR protein?

  • Contributing to the formation of a protective mucus layer in the lungs
  • Maintaining osmotic balance in cells
  • Regulating the transport of chloride, sodium, and hydrogen ions
  • Facilitating the transport of glucose across cell membranes (correct)
  • What is a common effect of CFTR dysfunction in cystic fibrosis patients?

  • Elevated blood pressure
  • Increased risk of osteoporosis
  • Excessive production of red blood cells
  • Impaired exocrine pancreatic enzyme secretion (correct)
  • In which organ does the CFTR protein play a role in bicarbonate secretion?

  • Heart
  • Pancreas (correct)
  • Kidneys
  • Liver
  • What is a potential consequence of CFTR dysfunction in cystic fibrosis patients?

    <p>Increased risk of infertility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the CFTR protein is correct?

    <p>It contributes to the formation of a protective mucus layer in the lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    CFTR Protein Function

    The CFTR (Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator) is a protein involved in regulating salt balance within cells. This regulation is crucial for maintaining the health of epithelial tissues, including those lining the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. In people with cystic fibrosis, mutations in the CFTR gene can lead to defective proteins, disrupting this regulatory process and resulting in a wide range of symptoms, such as lung disease, digestive issues, reproductive problems, and more.

    Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator Gene

    The CFTR gene contains instructions for making the CFTR protein, which controls the movement of chloride ions across cell membranes. Mutations in the CFTR gene can cause alterations in the structure and function of the resulting protein. These mutations can lead to the production of abnormal CFTR proteins, which impair their ability to conduct chloride ions effectively, leading to thickened mucus in affected organs.

    Role of CFTR in Salt Balance and Epithelia

    In healthy individuals, the CFTR protein plays several important roles in regulating salt balance within cells and maintaining the overall health of epithelial tissues:

    1. Salinity sensing: By controlling the transport of chloride ions into cells, the CFTR protein helps detect changes in salinity levels, allowing cells to respond accordingly by adjusting ion transport.

    2. Osmoregulation: The CFTR protein contributes to maintaining osmotic balance in cells, which is crucial for proper organ function and overall homeostasis.

    3. Cellular defense: In the lungs, the CFTR protein helps prevent infections by contributing to the formation of a protective layer of mucus that traps foreign particles.

    4. Ion transport: The CFTR protein is involved in the transport of several ions, including chloride ions, sodium ions, and hydrogen ions, which are essential for various cellular processes.

    5. Bicarbonate secretion: In the pancreas, the CFTR protein plays a role in the secretion of bicarbonate ions into the small intestine, helping neutralize stomach acid and facilitate digestion.

    Impact of CFTR Dysfunction on Health

    When the CFTR protein is dysfunctional due to genetic mutations, it fails to perform its normal functions properly, leading to various health complications associated with cystic fibrosis. Some common effects of CFTR dysfunction include:

    • Thickened mucus accumulation in respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts, leading to chronic infections and severe inflammation.

    • Impaired exocrine pancreatic enzyme secretion, causing malabsorption of fats and nutrients.

    • Increased risk of infertility due to disrupted reproduction processes.

    • Delayed growth and development in children.

    By understanding the CFTR protein's function and how mutations affect its behavior, researchers can develop targeted therapies to treat cystic fibrosis and improve the quality of life for patients.

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    Test your knowledge about the CFTR (Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator) protein and its crucial role in salt balance regulation, osmoregulation, cellular defense, ion transport, and bicarbonate secretion. Learn how mutations in the CFTR gene can lead to cystic fibrosis and its associated health complications.

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