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WorksheetsCystic Fibrosis
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 6mins
Mutations in which gene causes cystic fibrosis?
HTT
PINK1
CFTR
HBB
What is the inheritance pattern of cystic fibrosis?
Autosomal dominant
Autosomal recessive
X-linked dominant
X-linked recessive
CF is associated with which process?
DNA duplication
Chromosomal synthesis
Mitosis
Meiosis
How many copies of the mutated CFTR gene are required for a person to develop cystic fibrosis?
1
2
3
4
Select all the characteristics associated with CF.
Sickled red blood cells
Sticky mucus buildup on the lungs
Salty skin
Tremors
Which of the following is mutated in CF?
DNA
RNA
Lipids
Carbohydrates
The mutated gene associated with CF is located on chromosome ___.
7
X
21
13
CF affects which of the following? Select all that apply.
Pancreas
Lungs
Heart
Gall bladder
CF is passed on
If both parents carry the dominant gene
When one parent has the dominant gene
If both parents carry the recessive gene
When one parent carries the recessive gene
Which ion is unable to move across the membrane in CF?
Chloride
Hydrogen
Fluoride
Sodium
