Which parts of the brain deteriorate most strongly in Huntington's disease?
A)Pathways of neurons containing the neurotransmitter dopamine
B)The cerebellum and medulla
C)The caudate nucleus, putamen, and globus pallidus
D)The hippocampus and amygdala

Question

​Which parts of the brain deteriorate most strongly in Huntington's disease?
A)Pathways of neurons containing the neurotransmitter dopamine
B)​The cerebellum and medulla
C)​The caudate nucleus, putamen, and globus pallidus
D)The hippocampus and amygdala

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The caudate nucleus, putamen, and globus pallidus, which are all important structures in the basal ganglia, are the parts of the brain that deteriorate most strongly in Huntington's disease. This deterioration leads to the characteristic movement disorders seen in individuals with the disease.

​Which Parts of the Brain Deteriorate Most Strongly in Huntington's

Which Parts of the Brain Deteriorate Most Strongly in Huntington's