Which genetic disorders (body system) have a high requirement for oxidative metabolism associated with mitochondrial DNA?

A) Cardiac dysrhythmias
B) Neuromuscular disorders
C) Renal abnormalities
D) Facial deformities


Ans: B
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In addition to nuclear DNA, part of the DNA of a cell resides in the mitochondria. Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) is inherited from the mother by her offspring. Genetic disorders of mitochondrial DNA commonly affect tissues such as those of the neuromuscular system that have a high requirement for oxidative metabolism.

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