Practice - Monogenic Disorders
Practice Questions
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What is a monogenic disorder?
💡 Hint: Think about diseases that come from one specific gene.
Give an example of a monogenic disorder.
💡 Hint: Consider diseases that affect vital functions.
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Which of the following is a monogenic disorder?
💡 Hint: Remember the definition of monogenic disorders.
True or False: Sickle cell anemia is caused by a mutation in the HBB gene.
💡 Hint: Think about sickle cell's characteristic symptoms.
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Challenge Problems
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A family is concerned about cystic fibrosis since their child shows symptoms. If both parents are carriers of the CFTR mutation, what is the probability of having an affected child?
💡 Hint: Use a Punnett square to visualize the inheritance pattern.
You are given a patient pedigree that shows several members with Huntington's disease. Discuss the approach for a genetic counselor when guiding family members about potential testing.
💡 Hint: Consider the emotional and ethical aspects involved.
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