Dmd

Does this picture demonstrate the Law of Conservation of Mass?

• the number of atoms of each element are the same on both sides

• they start out separate and end up combined

• the same elements are used

• it doesn't demonstrate the Law of Conservation of Mass

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NGSS.HS-PS1-7

What is the full form of DMD in the context of genetic disorders?

• Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

• Dystrophic Myotonic Disorder

• Dystonia Muscular Disease

• Demyelinating Muscular Disorder

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

Which gene is primarily affected in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)?

• Dystrophin

• Myostatin

• Actin

• Myosin

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy is inherited in which pattern?

• Autosomal Dominant

• Autosomal Recessive

• X-linked Recessive

• Y-linked

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

What is the primary function of the dystrophin protein in muscle cells?

• To provide structural stability

• To facilitate muscle contraction

• To transport oxygen

• To store calcium

Which of the following is a common symptom of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?

• Progressive muscle weakness

• Joint hypermobility

• Increased muscle mass

• Improved muscle tone

At what age do symptoms of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy typically begin to appear?

• Infancy

• Early childhood

• Adolescence

• Adulthood

Which diagnostic test is commonly used to confirm Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?

• MRI scan

• Electromyography (EMG)

• Muscle biopsy

• CT scan

What is the role of creatine kinase (CK) levels in diagnosing DMD?

• CK levels are decreased

• CK levels are normal

• CK levels are elevated

• CK levels are irrelevant

Which of the following treatments is commonly used to manage symptoms of DMD?

• Corticosteroids

• Antibiotics

• Antivirals

• Antifungals