Multiple choice

Which of the following dystrophies is caused by mutation in dystrophin gene?

  1. Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy

  2. Distal muscular dystrophy

  3. Becker muscular dystrophy

  4. Congenital muscular dystrophy

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Becker muscular dystrophy is caused by mutation in the dystrophin gene. It is characterised by slow progression of muscle weakness in legs and pelvis.