A Mutation That Has Pleiotropic Consequences

Question

A mutation that has pleiotropic consequences
A)results in a single symptom in the affected person.
B)may result in only slight symptoms in a person with the mutation.
C)is only detected in homozygotes.
D)has widespread consequences in the affected person.
E)cannot be detected by enzyme assay.

Accepted Answer

A mutation that has pleiotropic consequences has a widespread impact on the affected person. This means that it affects multiple traits or systems within the body, rather than just causing a single symptom or mild symptoms. Such mutations are often seen in genetic diseases and can have significant consequences for the affected individual.