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ssal

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Injections for a rat are most commonly given via the intraperitoneal route.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Treatment with a drug that inhibits MAO may slow down the progression of Parkinson's disease because
 
  A) MAO may metabolize environmental chemicals into toxins that damage dopamine neurons.
  B) MAO reduces the availability of dopamine in brain neurons.
  C) MAO metabolizes serotonin, which in turn inhibits dopamine activity.
  D) Parkinson's results from consumption of MPTP.
  E) B and C are correct.


jonathanballen97

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: TRUE

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A
Rationale: Treatment with a drug that inhibits MAO may slow down the progression of Parkinson's disease because MAO may metabolize environmental chemicals into toxins that damage dopamine neurons.


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