Cystic Fibrosis (Mucoviscidosis) Quiz
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What is the most common lethal genetic disease affecting Caucasians?

  • Cystic fibrosis (correct)
  • Tay-Sachs disease
  • Hemophilia
  • Sickle cell anemia
  • In which population is cystic fibrosis uncommon?

  • Asians (correct)
  • Caucasians
  • African-Americans
  • Hispanics
  • Which glands are affected by the widespread disorder in epithelial chloride transport?

  • Pituitary glands
  • Endocrine glands
  • Exocrine glands (correct)
  • Salivary glands
  • What is the function of the CFTR protein when located in the plasma membrane?

    <p>Regulation of other ion channels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a mutation disturbs protein folding, such as the F508 mutation?

    <p>Intracellular degradation of CFTR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the carriers of cystic fibrosis called?

    <p>Asymptomatic individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT affected by the abnormal viscid mucus secretions in cystic fibrosis?

    <p>Nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is CFTR synthesized?

    <p>Rough endoplasmic reticulum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prevalence of carriers of cystic fibrosis in the population?

    <p>~2-4%</p> Signup and view all the answers

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