How Do Genetic Disorders Affect Cellular Structure?
Genetic disorders often lead to alterations in cellular structure. For instance, in Cystic Fibrosis, a mutation in the CFTR gene leads to abnormal mucus production that can be observed in the epithelial cells lining the respiratory and digestive tracts. In Muscular Dystrophy, mutations in genes that encode for proteins like dystrophin result in compromised muscle fiber integrity, which can be observed as muscle degeneration and regeneration cycles.
