12 Questions
What is the main cause of renal failure worldwide?
Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease
At what age do symptoms of ADPKD usually start?
In adults over 30
What is used to check for blood or protein in urine?
Urine tests
Why may an MRI scan be recommended?
To check for brain aneurysms
How many genes are affected in polycystic kidney disease?
Two
What percentage of cases of ADPKD are caused by the PKD1 gene?
78%
What percentage of ADPKD cases is attributed to PKD2?
15%
Which type of PKD tends to have more severe symptoms?
PKD1
What is the purpose of molecular genetic testing in ADPKD?
To provide essential reagents for molecular diagnosis
What is the volume of the multiplex PCR reaction mixture?
25 μl
What is the final step in the thermal cycling program?
Extension
What follows the multiplex PCR reaction?
Sequencing
This quiz covers the diagnosis and symptoms of Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD), a genetic disorder that affects the kidneys and other organs. Learn about the characteristics and progression of this disease.
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