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What is the most common mutation found in the CFTR gene? c. Sickle cell anemia is...

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What is the most common mutation found in the CFTR gene? c.Sickle cell anemia is also inherited as an autosomal recessivetrait. What gene is mutated to cause sickle cell anemia? (1 pt) d.Why is it advantageous for a person to be heterozygous for thesickle cell trait? (2 pts)

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CFTR belongs o ABC transporter family functions as Cl channel Mutation in the CFTR gene leads to the defective synthesis of CFTR protein cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulatorThis defect is due to    See Answer
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