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Gaucher disease quiz: Understanding the basics

How much do you know about the basics of Gaucher disease? Test your understanding with this quick quiz and see how well you grasp the basics of Gaucher, including its causes, symptoms, inheritance, and diagnosis. Whether you’re new to Gaucher disease or looking to refresh your knowledge, this quiz is a great way to learn more and stay informed.

What is the primary cause of Gaucher disease?

Vitamin deficiency

Viral infection

Genetic mutation in the GBA1 gene

Poor circulation

None

What is the inheritance pattern of Gaucher disease?

Autosomal dominant

X-linked recessive

Mitochondrial inheritance

Autosomal recessive

None

If both parents are carriers of the Gaucher gene mutation, how likely is it that their child will develop Gaucher disease?

25%

50%

75%

100%

None

What is the most aggressive type of Gaucher disease?

Type 1

Type 2

Type 3

Types don’t differ in disease severity

None

What blood-related problems can Gaucher disease cause?

High white blood cell count

Anemia and low platelet count

Increased clotting risk

High red blood cell count

None

What organs are often enlarged in people with Gaucher disease?

Spleen and liver

Kidneys and stomach

Heart and lungs

Brain and spinal cord

None

What enzyme is deficient/abnormal in people with Gaucher disease?

Insulin

Hemoglobin

Glucocerebrosidase

Amylase

None

What is the most common test used to help diagnose Gaucher disease?

MRI scan

Blood test

Bone marrow test

Liver function test

None

For whom is genetic testing for Gaucher disease recommended?

Someone with a normal enzyme activity test result

Individuals with a family history of Gaucher disease

People in high-risk populations (e.g., Ashkenazi Jewish descent)

Both B and C

None

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