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Which disease is associated with a child in a rocking chair?
What disease is depicted by a baby wearing headphones?
Which disease is associated with an image showing a microscopic view of blood cells?
Which autosomal recessive disease does NOT have an image associated with it in the examples provided?
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Which disease is linked to an image of a child in a swing?
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Which disease is characterized by abnormally thin and fragile bones?
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What is the primary physical characteristic of Marfan syndrome?
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Which autosomal dominant disease is identified by having multiple cyst-like structures in the kidneys?
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A physical feature of polydactyly is best described as which of the following?
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Which condition involves elevated cholesterol levels due to genetic factors?
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Study Notes
Autosomal Dominant Diseases
- Marfan syndrome: Characterized by a tall, slender build with long limbs and fingers.
- Neurofibromatosis: Multiple benign tumors (neurofibromas) on the skin, nervous system, and other organs.
- Osteogenesis imperfecta: Fragile bones, prone to fractures, and may cause short stature.
- Polydactyly: Presence of extra fingers or toes.
- Polycystic kidney disease: Cysts develop in the kidneys, leading to impaired kidney function.
- Achondroplastic Dwarfism: Characterized by short stature, disproportionately short limbs, and large head size.
- Familial Hypercholesterolemia: High levels of cholesterol in the blood, leading to the formation of fatty deposits (plaques) in the arteries.
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS): Progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord.
Autosomal Recessive Diseases
- Tay-Sachs: A rare, inherited disorder that damages the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, leading to progressive neurological decline beginning in infancy.
- Thalassemia: A blood disorder in which the body produces less hemoglobin or produces hemoglobin that is abnormal. Reduced oxygen-carrying capacity.
- Sickle cell disease: A blood disorder in which red blood cells are misshapen and break down easily, leading to pain and other complications.
- Phenylketonuria (PKU): A genetic disorder that prevents the body from breaking down phenylalanine, an amino acid.
- Congenital deafness: Hearing impairment present at birth.
- Albinism: A rare genetic disorder in which there is a deficiency or absence of melanin pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes.
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Explore the fascinating world of genetic disorders with our quiz focused on autosomal dominant and recessive diseases. Test your knowledge on conditions such as Marfan syndrome, Neurofibromatosis, and Tay-Sachs, while learning about their characteristics and implications. Perfect for students and enthusiasts in genetics or biology.
