Multiple choice

Which of the following are examples of autosomal recessive genetic disorder? P. Cystic fibrosis Q. Haemophilia R. Phenylketonuria S. Neurofibromatosis

  1. Only P and Q

  2. Only P and R

  3. Only P and S

  4. Only Q and R

  5. Only Q and S

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Yes, this is the correct answer. Cystic fibrosis is an autosomal recessive genetic disorder that affects most critically the lungs and also the pancreas, liver and intestine. Phenylketonuria is an autosomal recessive metabolic genetic disorder characterised by homozygous or compound heterozygous mutations in the gene for the hepatic enzyme phenylalanine hydroxylase, rendering it nonfunctional.