5 Questions
Which of the following is NOT encoded by the genes required for normal development?
Hormones
What is the term used to describe proteins that can diffuse across small distances to induce a response between neighboring cells?
Paracrine factors
Which of the following is NOT a type of genetic mediator involved in normal development?
Hormones
What is the term used to describe molecules that are secreted into the space surrounding a cell and mediate interactions between neighboring cells?
Paracrine factors
Which of the following is a common cause of human birth defects?
Mutations in the genes mediating development
Test your knowledge on the diverse genetic mediators involved in normal development, including signaling molecules, transcription factors, enzymes, and more. Explore how these genes are expressed in specific patterns to regulate various developmental processes.
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