Severe combined immunodeficiencies (SCIDs) are due to

A. autoantibodies.
B. delayed hypersensitivity.
C. a genetic defect in the development of both T cells and B cells.
D. congenital absence or immaturity of the thymus gland.
E. failure of B-cell development and maturity.


Answer: C

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