1. What does this protein make up or do?
Chapter 7: Chromosome 7
DNA Sequence
Chromosome
197,894 bp
Name of Protein 7
Name of Gene
Cystic Fibrosis
CFTR
transcription
Amino acid sequence
mRNA
250,188 aa
translation
Cytoplasm
A Cell
Nucleus
What does this protein make up or do?
Progressive, lifelong condition in which the glands that produce waste; such as mucus, sweat and intestinal secretions wouldn’t function properly.
Condition/Disease
Rheumatoid Arthritis

2. Description of Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis is commonly known for its persistent inflammatory disorder that affects the small joints of the hands and feet.
Redness on the exterior part of the joints. Commonly on the wrists, knees, elbows etc. It also causes fatigue and joint tenderness in the body. Joint pain, joint warmth, and it also, can sometimes, affect both parts of the body, symmetrically.
Unlike osteoarthritis; which tears when the joints are overly used, R.A affects the lining of the joints. Causing painful swelling that can eventually turn into bone erosion, if not treated.

3. Description of Rheumatoid arthritis
Who is affected? Anyone, but the following have a higher risk:
Women have the higher risk in being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.
People between the ages of
If a family member had rheumatoid arthritis, then there will be a higher risk of having the disease/condition.
Risks of other diseases/conditions.
Being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis can also have high risk in having other chronic diseases/conditions.
Researcher: LA, BF

4. References
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