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Which of the following is a characteristic of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome?
- Defective ligaments made of stretchable collagen
- Ligaments made of normal collagen
- Hypermobile joints that are easily dislocated (correct)
- Stable joints that are difficult to dislocate
What is the main cause of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome?
What is the main cause of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome?
- Genetic defect (correct)
- Infection
- Lack of exercise
- Environmental factors
Which type of collagen is affected in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome?
Which type of collagen is affected in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome?
- Type I collagen
- Type IV collagen
- Type III collagen (correct)
- Type II collagen
Study Notes
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Characteristics
- Hypermobile joints, skin hyperextensibility, and tissue fragility are characteristic features of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.
Causes of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
- Genetic mutations in collagen-encoding genes, particularly COL5A1 and COL5A2, are the main cause of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.
Collagen Affected
- Type V collagen is the primary type of collagen affected in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, leading to defects in collagen fibril assembly and structure.
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Test your knowledge on Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that affects collagen synthesis in humans. Learn about the most common type, characterized by unstable joints, easy dislocations, and hypermobile ligaments. Take the quiz now!
