Hole's Human Anatomy and Physiology - Package
Hole's Human Anatomy and Physiology - Package
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Author: SHIER
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 24, Problem 4IA
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To explain:

The reason behind the diagnosing of the second child of the couple with CF (cystic fibrosis), when all other family members were healthy.

Introduction:

Cystic fibrosis is a disorder in which the functioning of the cystic fibrosis transmembrane receptors (CFTR) is altered. The CF affects lungs, kidneys, liver, intestines, and pancreas. It is an autosomal recessive disorder.

Pictorial representation:

Fig.1:The cross between the heterozygous male and female.

    Hole's Human Anatomy and Physiology - Package, Chapter 24, Problem 4IA

Fig.1:The cross between the heterozygous male and female.

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