Thiopurine methyltransferase (TPMT) metabolizes many immunosuppressants such as azathioprine. Genetic polymorphism changes the activity of this enzyme and thus the metabolic rate of transforming of drugs their corresponding metabolites. Define what the genetic polymorphism is. а. b. If a genetic variation leads to a reduction of TPMT activity, explain what outcomes will be expected to azathioprine. 2.
Thiopurine methyltransferase (TPMT) metabolizes many immunosuppressants such as azathioprine. Genetic polymorphism changes the activity of this enzyme and thus the metabolic rate of transforming of drugs their corresponding metabolites. Define what the genetic polymorphism is. а. b. If a genetic variation leads to a reduction of TPMT activity, explain what outcomes will be expected to azathioprine. 2.
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