Biology

Deficiency Diseases and Disorders

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Deficiency diseases and disorders are caused by a lack of essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals in the diet or environment. This includes conditions like anemia, goitre, and night blindness. Practice these questions to prepare for general science exams.

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Deficiency Diseases and Disorders Questions

Multiple choice

What is the primary cause of inborn errors of metabolism?

  1. Defects in enzymes involved in metabolic pathways

  2. Malfunctioning of cellular receptors

  3. Deficiency of vitamins and minerals

  4. Immune system disorders
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Explanation

Inborn errors of metabolism are primarily caused by genetic defects that result in the malfunction or absence of enzymes essential for specific metabolic pathways.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a potential complication of enzyme replacement therapy?

  1. Immune reactions against the exogenous enzymes

  2. Increased production of toxic metabolites

  3. Deficiency of essential nutrients

  4. Altered cellular signaling
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Explanation

A potential complication of enzyme replacement therapy is the development of immune reactions against the exogenous enzymes, which can lead to reduced efficacy of the therapy and adverse effects.