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skymedlock

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Which of the following statements regarding urea is INCORRECT?
 
  A. It is a nitrogen-containing compound formed as a byproduct of protein metabolism.
  B. It is a toxic compound.
  C. It is a waste product excreted by the kidney.
  D. The concentration of urea in the blood is elevated in patients with renal failure.

Question 2

Which of the following statements regarding muscular dystrophy is INCORRECT?
 
  A. It is a hereditary disease.
  B. It is caused by a mutation of the gene that is responsible for the synthesis of a muscle protein called dystrophin.
  C. It is transmitted to an X-linked trait to male children of women who are carriers of the mutant gene.
  D. Manifestations of the disease can be prevented by an adequate intake of folic acid.



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kaillie

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D




skymedlock

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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