Post Utme Christopher University 2018 Biology Question 10

Practice objective / multiple choice question 10 from the 2018 Post Utme Christopher University Biology examination.

Post Utme Christopher University 2018 Biology Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 10 POST_UTME_CHRISTOPHER_UNIVERSITY • 2018 • BIOLOGY • objective

A patient is diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder that affects the production of melanin. The patient's skin is pale and they have a high risk of skin cancer. Which of the following is the most likely cause of the patient's condition?

Answer Options

Correct Answer A. A mutation in the TYR gene, which codes for the enzyme tyro\sinase.
B. A mutation in the SLC24A4 gene, which codes for the protein SLC24A4.
C. A mutation in the MC1R gene, which codes for the protein MC1R.
D. A mutation in the OCA2 gene, which codes for the protein OCA2.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
A mutation in the TYR gene, which codes for the enzyme tyro\sinase.

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