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What is the primary cause of Parkinson's Disease?
What is the primary cause of Parkinson's Disease?
- High level of dopamine
- Environmental factors
- Genetic factors
- Low level of dopamine (correct)
Which area of the brain experiences cell loss in Parkinson's Disease?
Which area of the brain experiences cell loss in Parkinson's Disease?
- Cerebral cortex
- Hippocampus
- Substantia Nigra (correct)
- Cerebellum
What percentage of dopamine-producing cells are estimated to be lost before clinical features of Parkinson's Disease appear?
What percentage of dopamine-producing cells are estimated to be lost before clinical features of Parkinson's Disease appear?
- 60%
- 100%
- 40%
- 80% (correct)
Which neurotransmitter is primarily affected by Parkinson's Disease?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily affected by Parkinson's Disease?
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How does the lack of dopamine affect the control of movement in Parkinson's Disease?
How does the lack of dopamine affect the control of movement in Parkinson's Disease?
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