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G6PD deficiency is caused by mutations in the G6DP gene.
G6PD deficiency is caused by mutations in the G6DP gene.
False (B)
The G6PD gene responsible for G6PD deficiency is located on the Y chromosome.
The G6PD gene responsible for G6PD deficiency is located on the Y chromosome.
False (B)
G6PD enzyme has a role in the glycolysis metabolic pathway.
G6PD enzyme has a role in the glycolysis metabolic pathway.
False (B)
G6PD deficiency leads to increased resistance of RBCs against oxidative damage.
G6PD deficiency leads to increased resistance of RBCs against oxidative damage.
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Hemolytic anemia occurs in G6PD deficiency when RBCs are exposed to certain triggers like beans and chemicals.
Hemolytic anemia occurs in G6PD deficiency when RBCs are exposed to certain triggers like beans and chemicals.
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