Non-Infectious Diseases (HSC SSCE Biology): Quizzes
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What inheritance pattern does phenylketonuria (PKU) follow?
What inheritance pattern does phenylketonuria (PKU) follow?
Autosomal recessive
Which test detects PKU in newborns within the first 24 hours after birth?
Which test detects PKU in newborns within the first 24 hours after birth?
Guthrie blood test
Which enzyme is affected by mutations in the TYRP1 gene that cause albinism?
Which enzyme is affected by mutations in the TYRP1 gene that cause albinism?
Tyrosinase
On which chromosome is the CFTR gene for cystic fibrosis located?
On which chromosome is the CFTR gene for cystic fibrosis located?
Chromosome 7
Which antibody type mediates Type I hypersensitivity allergic reactions?
Which antibody type mediates Type I hypersensitivity allergic reactions?
IgE
What substance do mast cells release during allergic reactions?
What substance do mast cells release during allergic reactions?
Histamine
What is the normal blood glucose range for people with type 1 diabetes in mmol/L?
What is the normal blood glucose range for people with type 1 diabetes in mmol/L?
4.0-6.0
Which viruses are linked to triggering autoimmune destruction in type 1 diabetes?
Which viruses are linked to triggering autoimmune destruction in type 1 diabetes?
Coxsackie A & B4
Rickets in children is caused by deficiency of which vitamin?
Rickets in children is caused by deficiency of which vitamin?
Vitamin D
What term describes fatty plaque build-up causing artery narrowing?
What term describes fatty plaque build-up causing artery narrowing?
Atherosclerosis