Explain the significance of the Philadelphia chromosome in ALL
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Two different types of proteins are associated with the Philadelphia chromosome. P210 is homologous to the Philadelphia chromosome, therefore representing the conversion of CML into blast crisis. The second protein, P190, has a probable linkage to de novo acute leukemias such as ALL.
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After actuating a metered dose inhaler with a holding chamber, what should the patient be in-structed to do?
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Should these supplemental assays be used routinely on every periodontal patient?
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following are characteristics of prokaryotic cells?
A. They are noncellular. B. They are simply structured with a single chromosome and no organelles. C. They are highly structured and contain a nucleus. D. They have a complex cell structure and have specialized organelles in the cytoplasm. E. They consist of nucleic acid surrounded by a protein coat.