Deficiency of enzyme _ causes combined immunodeficiency syndrome.
Correct answer: D. Adenosine deaminase
- A. Adenosine transcriptase
- B. Adenosine transaminase
- C. Adenosine polymerase
- D. Adenosine deaminase
Explanation
Adenosine deaminase deficiency (ADA deficiency) is an inherited condition that damages the immune system and is a common cause of severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID).
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