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How many sufferers are in the UK for cf?
As of recent estimates, there are about 10,000 people living with cystic fibrosis (CF) in the UK. The condition is one of the most common genetic disorders in the country, affecting individuals of all ages. Advances in treatment have improved life expectancy and quality of life for many patients.
What adversely affects the mucociliary escalator?
Genetic diseases like PCD and CF and acquired diseases like COPD negatively impact the mucociliary escalator.
How do genetic disorders such as cystic fibrosis support the theory of evolution?
Cystic fibrosis and other autosomal recessive diseases are not commonly put forward as strong evidential support for the theory of evolution, but being recessive, there is little negative selection pressure to remove the implicated mutations from the gene pool. Another factor to consider is that there are some indications of heterozygous advantage in the form of resistance to cholera, typhoid, diarrhea, and tuberculosis.
Is cf autosomal or sex-linked?
Cystic fibrosis is an autosomal recessive genetic disease.
Is fibrosis preventable?
No, this is an inherited disease. If you are concerned about having a child with cf you can get genetic testing to see if you and your partner are carriers of the gene. If you and your partner are carriers - 25% chance If one of you has CF and the other is a carrier - 50% chance If you both have CF - baby will have CF If neither partner is a carrier - 0% chance
How do people get cf?
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder caused by mutations in the CFTR gene, which is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner. This means that a person must inherit two defective copies of the gene, one from each parent, to develop the disease. If both parents are carriers of the CF mutation, there is a 25% chance with each pregnancy that their child will have CF. Carrier testing and genetic counseling can help determine the likelihood of passing on the condition.
Is cystic fibrosis preventable?
No, this is an inherited disease. If you are concerned about having a child with cf you can get genetic testing to see if you and your partner are carriers of the gene. If you and your partner are carriers - 25% chance If one of you has CF and the other is a carrier - 50% chance If you both have CF - baby will have CF If neither partner is a carrier - 0% chance
What are the characteristics of a genetic disease?
A genetic disease is a disease that was either passed onto you and/or your family is known to get that disease. An example of a genetic disease would be CF (Cystic Fibrosis). It occurs when a cell changes it's genetic information.
How did Elvis Presley get cystic fibrosis?
nobody "gets" CF - one is born with the condition - its a hereditary genetic illness that is not contagious. Elvis never had Cystic Fibrosis... the only CF he had was "Cool Flares" ;-)
Can a baby be born with a CF gene if neither parent has the gene?
No, a baby cannot be born with a CF gene if neither parent has the gene. Cystic fibrosis is an autosomal recessive genetic disorder, meaning both parents must be carriers of the mutated CF gene in order to have a child with the condition.
How do you cure Cystic Fibrosis?
CF is a genetic disease. It cannot be cured. However, the symptoms from it can vary widely and usually can be managed.
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