Which of the following is FALSE about

Marfan syndrome?
a. It results from an autosomal dominant
mutation.
b. The affected gene produces a defective
form of the protein fibrillin.
c. Connective tissues are weakened.
d. It affects one in ten thousand men and
women.
e. None of these is false.


E

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Which of the following statements is false?

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