If the frequency of PKU (an autosomal recessive disease) is 1%, what percentage of the population are completely unaffected (homozygous dominant or carrier)?
What will be an ideal response?
93.7%
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Hyperparathyroidism can result in nervous system impairment due to which of the following issues?
a. low sodium levels b. weak bones c. high blood calcium levels d. excess insulin
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of "prediabetes"?
a. high levels of HDL, the "good" cholesterol b. "apple shaped" body c. blood pressure of 130/85 mm Hg or higher d. fasting glucose of 110 mg/Dl or higher e. fasting triglyceride level of 150 mg/Dl or higher
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Refer to Figure 26-1. The function of the structure labeled 6 is:
a. food intake.
b. digestion.
c. waste elimination.
d. water discharge.
e. asexual reproduction
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