Embryonic Neural Stem Cells Quiz
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What does the CACNA1C gene encode?

  • GABA receptor subtype
  • Beta subunit of a potassium channel
  • Sodium transport protein
  • Alpha-one subunit of a calcium channel (correct)

    • What is the main function of calcium channels in neurons?

  • Cellular respiration
  • Signal transduction (correct)
  • DNA replication
  • Protein synthesis

    • What did the authors of the paper study using iPS cells from Timothy syndrome patients?

  • Behaviour of the calcium channel (correct)
  • DNA methylation patterns
  • Gene expression in muscle cells
  • 'Fight or flight' response in neurons

    • How did the authors differentiate iPS cells into neurons?

    <p>Through a procedure similar to one described earlier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the first difference observed by the authors between neurons from Timothy syndrome patients and control individuals?

    <p>Behaviour of the calcium channel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect did the calcium channel inhibitor have on the observed calcium flux differences?

    <p>Rectified the differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which individuals were iPS cells generated by the authors during their study?

    <p>Control individuals and Timothy syndrome patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

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