Tay Sachs Disease Overview
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Which age group is affected by Classic Infantile Tay Sach disease?

  • Elderly
  • Children (correct)
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • What is a common symptom of Juvenile Tay Sach disease?

  • Heightened fear factor
  • Vision loss
  • Chronic muscle spasms
  • Memory deterioration (correct)
  • Which population has a higher risk of carrying the genetic variant for Tay-Sachs disease?

  • French-Canadian (correct)
  • Swedish
  • Spanish
  • Italian
  • What is the primary cause of death in individuals with Classic Infantile Tay Sach disease?

    <p>Pneumonia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a symptom of Late Onset Tay Sach disease?

    <p>Poor communication (speaking ability)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated percentage of people who carry the genetic variant for Tay-Sachs disease?

    <p>1 in 3000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of Tay Sachs Disease?

    <p>Altered HEXA gene affecting enzyme function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which populations is Tay Sachs Disease more common?

    <p>French-Canadian, Old Order Amish, Cajun, Jewish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the body is primarily affected by Tay Sachs Disease?

    <p>Nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the HEXA gene in Tay Sachs Disease?

    <p>Creating beta-hexosaminidase A enzyme</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age can Tay Sachs Disease typically emerge?

    <p>6 months old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What substance accumulates in cells due to enzyme issues in Tay Sachs Disease?

    <p>GM2 ganglioside</p> Signup and view all the answers

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