For Which of the Following Diseases Would Animal Models Likely

Question

For which of the following diseases would animal models likely yield the most information?
A) alcoholism
B) schizophrenia
C) bipolar disorder
D) Huntington disease
E) nicotine addition

Accepted Answer

Huntington disease is a genetic disorder that affects many different aspects of brain function, and animal models have been used extensively to study its mechanisms and possible treatments. Animal models have been instrumental in identifying the specific genetic mutations that lead to Huntington's in humans, as well as in testing potential drugs that can alleviate symptoms or delay disease onset. Animal models are also useful for studying the progression of the disease, as well as identifying potential risk factors that may contribute to its development. While animal models may be useful for studying other disorders as well, Huntington disease is a clear example of a condition where they have been particularly informative.