Question
Biology Question on Principles of Inheritance and Variation
G-6-P-D deficiency inheritance is an example of ______ inheritance.
A
X-linked recessive
B
autosomal dominant
C
autosomal recessive
D
X-linked dominant
Answer
X-linked recessive
Explanation
Solution
Glucose-6-phosphate-Dehydrogenase deficiency is most common human enzyme defect. It (also known as favism) is a X-linked recessive genetic condition that predisposes to haemolysis (spontaneous destruction of RBCs) and resultant jaundice in response to a number of triggers, such as certain food, illness or medication.