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Which gene is primarily responsible for causing Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF)?
Which gene is primarily responsible for causing Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF)?
- Pyrin gene
- Inflammatory gene
- Cytoskeleton gene
- MEFV gene (correct)
What is the main symptom of FMF?
What is the main symptom of FMF?
- Joint stiffness
- Recurrent fevers (correct)
- Skin rash
- Chronic cough
What is the age at which the majority of initial FMF attacks occur?
What is the age at which the majority of initial FMF attacks occur?
- 50 years
- 30 years
- 20 years (correct)
- 40 years
Which population is FMF commonly seen in?
Which population is FMF commonly seen in?
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What is the role of Pyrin protein in FMF?
What is the role of Pyrin protein in FMF?
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