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Which age group is affected by Classic Infantile Tay Sach disease?
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?
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?
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?
What is the primary cause of death in individuals with Classic Infantile Tay Sach disease?
What is a symptom of Late Onset Tay Sach disease?
What is a symptom of Late Onset Tay Sach disease?
What is the estimated percentage of people who carry the genetic variant for Tay-Sachs disease?
What is the estimated percentage of people who carry the genetic variant for Tay-Sachs disease?
What is the primary cause of Tay Sachs Disease?
What is the primary cause of Tay Sachs Disease?
In which populations is Tay Sachs Disease more common?
In which populations is Tay Sachs Disease more common?
Which part of the body is primarily affected by Tay Sachs Disease?
Which part of the body is primarily affected by Tay Sachs Disease?
What is the role of the HEXA gene in Tay Sachs Disease?
What is the role of the HEXA gene in Tay Sachs Disease?
At what age can Tay Sachs Disease typically emerge?
At what age can Tay Sachs Disease typically emerge?
What substance accumulates in cells due to enzyme issues in Tay Sachs Disease?
What substance accumulates in cells due to enzyme issues in Tay Sachs Disease?
