November 2024

Genetics- Practice question series- Set 1- Single gene disorders (short-answer questions)

Question 1: What is the definition of a single-gene disorder? Answer: Single-gene disorders are genetic conditions caused by mutations in a single gene. They can follow autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, or X-linked inheritance patterns. Question 2: Name two examples of autosomal dominant single-gene disorders. Answer: Examples include Huntington’s disease and Marfan syndrome. Question 3: What

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Comprehensive Guide to Single-Gene Disorders: Categorized by Inheritance Patterns with Easy Mnemonics

Table 1: Autosomal Recessive (AR) Disorders Mnemonic: “Can People Stop Talking While Cooking Toast And Fries?” Letter Disorder Clinical features C Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Thick mucus, lung infections, salty sweat. P Phenylketonuria (PKU) Intellectual disability, musty odor. S Sickle Cell Anemia Pain crises, anemia, malaria resistance. T Tay-Sachs Disease Neurodegeneration, cherry-red macula. W Wilson’s Disease

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Nucleotide metabolism-Multiple-choice questions with explanations

Question 1: A 3-month-old male infant presents with delayed motor development and orange, sand-like crystals in his diaper. His parents report he constantly chews on his fingers and lips, causing bleeding. Based on these symptoms, what is the most likely diagnosis? A. Adenosine deaminase deficiency B. Gouty arthritis C. Lesch-Nyhan Syndrome D. Orotic aciduria E.

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Nucleotide metabolism- Short-answer questions

Question 1: What is the initial step in the synthesis of both purine and pyrimidine nucleotides? Answer: The initial step in the synthesis of both purine and pyrimidine nucleotides is the synthesis of PRPP (5-phosphoribosyl-1-pyrophosphate) from D-ribose-5’-P. Question 2: What is the significance of Mycophenolic acid in purine nucleotide biosynthesis? Answer: Mycophenolic acid is an

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Fructose and Galactose metabolism- Multiple-choice questions with explanations

1. An exclusively breast-fed infant presents with vomiting, weight loss, jaundice, hepatomegaly, and bilateral cataracts. Which condition is most likely responsible for these symptoms? A. Breast milk jaundice B. Classical Galactosemia C. Hereditary fructose intolerance D. Type 1 Diabetes mellitus E. Von Gierke’s disease Correct Answer: B. Classical Galactosemia Explanation: Classical galactosemia is a rare

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Fructose and Galactose metabolism- Short-answer questions

Question 1: What are the two ways fructose exists in food? Answer: Fructose exists in food as a monosaccharide (free fructose) or as a unit of a disaccharide (sucrose). Question 2: What is the name of the transporter protein responsible for fructose absorption in the intestine? Answer: Fructose absorption in the intestine occurs via facilitated

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Summary of Amino acid disorders with easy recall mnemonics

  Disorder Defective Enzyme/Transporter Clinical Picture Mnemonic Phenylketonuria (PKU) Phenylalanine hydroxylase Musty body odor, intellectual disability, seizures, pale skin, eczema Pale kids with Krappy Urine Alkaptonuria Homogentisic acid oxidase Black urine, ochronosis (bluish-black pigmentation in connective tissues), arthritis Black CAP: Cartilage, Arthritis, Pigmentation Maple Syrup Urine Disease (MSUD) Branched-chain α-ketoacid dehydrogenase Sweet-smelling urine, poor feeding,

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Ammonia Disposal – Short-answer questions

Question 1: What is the primary function of the urea cycle in humans? Answer: The urea cycle converts ammonia, a highly toxic byproduct of amino acid metabolism, into urea, a less toxic compound that can be safely excreted in urine. This process is vital for maintaining nitrogen balance in the body. Question 2: Which cellular

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