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Flashcards on Genetic Diseases
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What are genetic diseases?
Genetic diseases are medical conditions caused by changes in a person's genes or chromosomes.
What causes genetic diseases?
Genetic diseases are caused by mutations or changes in genes or chromosomes.
What is a common genetic disease?
Cystic fibrosis is a common genetic disease that affects the lungs, digestive system, and other organs.
What is Down syndrome?
Down syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 21.
What is sickle cell anemia?
Sickle cell anemia is a genetic blood disorder that causes red blood cells to become misshapen and break down.
Are all genetic diseases inherited?
No, not all genetic diseases are inherited. Some genetic diseases can be caused by spontaneous mutations.
Can genetic diseases be cured?
While there may not be a cure for all genetic diseases, some can be managed or treated to improve quality of life.
What is Huntington's disease?
Huntington's disease is a genetic disorder that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain.
What is phenylketonuria (PKU)?
Phenylketonuria is a genetic disorder that causes a buildup of phenylalanine in the body, leading to brain damage if untreated.
What is hemophilia?
Hemophilia is a genetic disorder that impairs the body's ability to control blood clotting, leading to prolonged bleeding.
What is a carrier of a genetic disease?
A carrier of a genetic disease is a person who carries a copy of a mutated gene for a genetic disorder but does not show symptoms.
What is Duchenne muscular dystrophy?
Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a genetic disorder characterized by progressive muscle degeneration and weakness.
What is Turner syndrome?
Turner syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects females and is caused by the complete or partial absence of one X chromosome.
What is a genetic predisposition?
A genetic predisposition is an increased likelihood of developing a particular genetic disease or condition.
What is cystic fibrosis?
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease that affects the lungs, digestive system, and other organs due to a mutation in the CFTR gene.
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Which of the following is a genetic disease that affects the lungs, digestive system, and other organs?
Cystic fibrosis
Huntington's disease
Phenylketonuria
Sickle cell anemia
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What causes genetic diseases?
Environmental factors
Changes in genes or chromosomes
Viral infections
Poor diet
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Which of the following is a genetic disorder characterized by progressive muscle degeneration and weakness?
Down syndrome
Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Turner syndrome
Hemophilia
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What is the term for a person who carries a copy of a mutated gene for a genetic disorder but does not show symptoms?
Sufferer
Carrier
Survivor
Patient
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What is the genetic disorder caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 21?
Huntington's disease
Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Phenylketonuria
Down syndrome
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Which of the following genetic diseases is caused by a mutation in the CFTR gene?
Cystic fibrosis
Sickle cell anemia
Hemophilia
Turner syndrome
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Can all genetic diseases be cured?
Yes, with proper medication
No, not all genetic diseases have a cure
Yes, with surgery
No, but they can be prevented with vaccination
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What is the genetic disorder that affects females and is caused by the complete or partial absence of one X chromosome?
Down syndrome
Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Turner syndrome
Cystic fibrosis
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Which of the following genetic diseases impairs the body's ability to control blood clotting?
Sickle cell anemia
Huntington's disease
Phenylketonuria
Hemophilia
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What is the term for an increased likelihood of developing a particular genetic disease or condition?
Genetic predisposition
Genetic mutation
Genetic disorder
Genetic inheritance
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