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Cftr Gene Chromosome Produce Mucus Unusually Thick Sticky

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CFTR gene on chromosome 7
produce mucus which is unusually thick and sticky
clogs the airways and secretory ducts of the digestive system, leading to respiratory failure and pancreatic cysts
Heterozygous carriers who possess one normal allele will not develop disease symptoms

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CFTR gene on chromosome 7
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CFTR gene on chromosome 7
produce mucus which is unusually thick and sticky
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produce mucus which is unusually thick and sticky
clogs the airways and secretory ducts of the digestive system, leading to respiratory failure and pancreatic cysts
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clogs the airways and secretory ducts of the digestive system, leading to respiratory failure and pancreatic cysts
Heterozygous carriers who possess one normal allele will not develop disease symptoms
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CFTR gene on chromosome 7
produce mucus which is unusually thick and sticky
clogs the airways and secretory ducts of the digestive system, leading to respiratory failure and pancreatic cysts
Heterozygous carriers who possess one normal allele will not develop disease symptoms

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