Assignment Task:
Instructions:
Select one of the disorders below and complete an essay of approximately 2-3 pages in length, addressing the questions below. A link is provided to introduce you to each disorder. You will need to conduct additional research to fully complete your essay. You should consult a minimum of three quality sources when researching parts I-IV below to complete your essay. Be sure to include which organelle(s) are malfunctioning and why in your essay.
There are many diseases that are caused by the malfunction of specific organelles. Three examples are listed below:
- I-cell disease
- Progeria (also known as Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome)
- Mucopolysaccharidoses
I Cell Disease. National Organization for Rare Disorders.
Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome. National Organization for Rare Disorders.
Mucopolysaccharidoses. National Organization for Rare Disorders.
I. Cellular cause of disease
Describe the type of cell(s) involved with the disease. What is the specific function of this type of cell? If an organelle or other cell structure is the problem in the disease, include information about it. Are there more of a specific type of organelle in this type of cell? Why is the cell not performing properly in this type of disorder? Does this disorder affect other parts of the body?
II. Disease- Basic Information
Describe what someone with the disease would notice, and what doctors find when doing an examination. How serious is the disease? What happens if it is not treated? What effect does it have on normal living? Is it inherited? If so, describe the inheritance pattern and the gene responsible. How does the malfunctioning cell cause the symptoms? Usually there is a protein or enzyme that isn't produced properly. How is this related to the symptoms?
III. Disease Treatment and Research
How is the disease currently being treated? Is it curable, or is the treatment only for the symptoms? What research is currently being conducted to find a cure/treatment? Is there hope for a cure/treatment? Are stem cells or gene therapy used in research? Can these therapies lead to a cure? Why is continued research important?
IV. Summarize your findings.
Organize this essay assignment using subtitles that summarize the topic from each question above.
Your essay should be approximately 2-3 pages in length. Answer each question under the subtitle using complete sentences that relate back to the question. Be sure to use APA formatting throughout your essay with 1-inch margins, 12-point type and double spacing throughout. Include a title page, introduction, answers to the questions with subtitles and concluding paragraph. Remember to include in-text citations within the body of the essay referencing your. Also, be sure to include a reference section at the end of your assignment listing all required readings and any additional resources you used to complete your essay.