#FunFriday Quiz: Canavan Disease

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FunFriday November 5, 2021

What are some signs and symptoms of Canavan Disease?

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Abnormal head size

Difficulty in swallowing food

Unable to crawl, sit, or walk without assistance

Nasal regurgitation

Developmental delays in speech and motor skills

All of the above

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Which of the following statements about Canavan Disease are true?

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Canavan disease is a rare and fatal neurological condition in which most patients do not live beyond the age of 10 years.

Canavan disease disrupts neuronal communication by damaging white matter in the brain.

Canavan disease is caused by abnormal levels of N-acetyl aspartic acid (NAA).

Canavan disease affects all ethnic groups in equal proportion.

Canavan disease is inherited in an autosomal dominant fashion.

Which gender is more likely to be affected by Canavan Disease?

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Males are more frequently affected

Females are more frequently affected

Males and females are equally affected

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