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Published on: August 14, 2026
Which one of the following genes is defective in patients suffering from serve combined immunodeficiency syndrome (SCID)?
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B
SCID (Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is commonly caused by a defect in the ADA (Adenosine Deaminase) gene, leading to a severely weakened immune system.
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