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PSYCH 233 Exam 1
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Question | Answer |
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what is huntingtons disease? | characterized by degneration of CNS central nervous system brain and spinal cord |
what are the symptoms of huntingtons? | -personality changes, muscle coordination problems, mental deterioation |
what is special about the symptoms of huntingtons? | they do not occur until the age of 35 and above |
what is cytic fibrosis? | characterized by the bodys overproduction of mucus in the lungs and digestive tract |
what are the symptoms of cystic fibrosis? | -persintent coughign with phlegm -wheezing -shortness of breath -poor growth |
what are the serious dangers of cystic fibrosis? | can lead to life threatining lung infections |
what are 2 ways to test for genetic disorders? | CVS, Amniocentesis |
what is CVS | hair like projections called chorionic villi surrounding the membrane of the fetus are removed and fetal cells are tested |
when is CVS performed | 6 - 8 weeks past conception |
what is amniocentesis | when amniotic fluid is withdrawn with the guidance of ultrasound. fetal cells are tested |
when is amniocentesis performed? | 16 weeks past conception |