mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #316

A person with a rare genetic disorder is unable to produce the enzyme responsible for breaking down a specific amino acid. Which condition is likely to occur due to this defect?

mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #316

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A person with a rare genetic disorder is unable to produce the enzyme responsible for breaking down a specific amino acid. Which condition is likely to occur due to this defect?

    • A) Cystic fibrosis
    • B) G6PD deficiency
    • C) Phenylketonuria
    • D) Hemochromatosis

    Answer: Phenylketonuria

    Explanation: Phenylketonuria is caused by a defect in the enzyme phenylalanine hydroxylase. USAT, HAT and MDCAT analytical sections repeat this pattern.