The Gene Responsible for Marfan Syndrome Encodes a Protein Associated

Question

The gene responsible for Marfan syndrome encodes a protein associated with ____.
A) heart muscle
B) connective tissue
C) fat tissue
D) red blood cells
E) nervous tissue

Accepted Answer

The gene responsible for Marfan syndrome encodes for the production of a protein called fibrillin-1. This protein is a major component of connective tissue, which can affect several parts of the body including the heart, eyes, and skeleton. So, the correct option is B, connective tissue.