Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Scurvy Both are Characterized by Defects In

Question

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and scurvy both are characterized by defects in
A)fibronectin.
B)desmosomes.
C)collagen.
D)dystrophin.
E)elastin.

Accepted Answer

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and scurvy are both characterized by defects in collagen. Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a group of disorders that affect connective tissues, primarily collagen, leading to symptoms such as overly flexible joints and stretchy, fragile skin. Scurvy, on the other hand, results from a vitamin C deficiency, which is necessary for the synthesis of collagen, leading to symptoms like bleeding gums and bruising.