#FunFriday Quiz: Alexander Disease

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FunFriday December 17, 2021

Which of the following statements are true?

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Alexander Disease falls into the category of leukodystrophies.

In Alexander Disease, excess myelin is formed, impairing neuronal communication.

In Alexander Disease, myelin sheaths are destroyed, impairing neuronal communication.

Alexander Disease is caused by mutations in the Glial Fibrillary Acidic Protein gene.

How common is Alexander Disease?

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500 cases are reported every year.

500 cases have been reported in the last 10 years.

500 cases have been reported in the last 20 years.

500 cases have been reported in the last 70 years.

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What are some symptoms of Alexander Disease?

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Enlarged head and brain

Seizures

Intellectual disability and delayed physical development

Accumulation of fluid in the brain

All of the above

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