cystic fibrosis Flashcards by Emily Ong | Brainscape

Q

how many people carry the CF gene?

A

1 in 25

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Q

How can CF affect:
GI?
RESP?
Repro?

A

GI:

intestinal blockage
fibrotic pancreas
gallbladder/liver disease

Resp:

lung infections
mucus

Repro:
-congenital bilateral absence of vas deferens?

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Q

What is the genetic defect in CF?

A

defects in the CFTR gene
autosomal recessive
chromosome 7

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