Hemophilia, Proteins, and Genes Quiz

What are the protein molecules in the blood that work together to form a solid clot?

• Enzymes

• Antibodies

• Clotting factors

• Hemoglobin

What is the main cause of hemophilia?

• Virus infection

• Excessive bleeding

• Problem with genes

• Autoimmune disorder

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

What is the term for an organism with two gene copies that are the same?

• Heterozygous

• Diploid

• Homogeneous

• Homozygous

How do doctors treat hemophilia by replacing the missing protein?

• Chemotherapy

• Injecting clotting factor protein

• Blood transfusion

• Surgery

What is the method used by scientists to make clotting factor protein in large quantities?

• Extracting from animal plasma

• Inserting human genes into hamster chromosomes

• Separating from donated blood

• Synthesizing in a laboratory

What is the term for the process of fixing or replacing genes to treat genetic diseases?

• Gene therapy

• Genetic engineering

• DNA modification

• Cell reprogramming

What is the ultimate goal of gene therapy for hemophilia?

• Slowing down progression

• Preventing the disease

• Managing symptoms

• Curing the disease

What is the main focus of scientists in treating hemophilia and other genetic diseases?

• Cure

• Public awareness

• Symptom management

• Prevention

What is the term for an organism with two gene copies that are different?

• Homogeneous

• Diploid

• Heterozygous

• Homozygous

What is the main treatment for hemophilia that allows the patient's blood to clot properly?

• Blood thinners

• Injecting clotting factor protein

• Pain medication

• Antibiotics