Most victims of which hereditary abnormality die of respiratory infections in their 20s?
A) Tay-Sachs disease
B) Cystic fibrosis
C) Turner syndrome
D) Klinefelter syndrome

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Cystic fibrosis is a hereditary disorder affecting the exocrine glands, leading to the production of abnormally thick mucus, which causes blockage of the pancreatic ducts, intestines, and bronchi and often results in respiratory infection. Patients with cystic fibrosis often face complications from respiratory infections, which can be life-threatening and a common cause of mortality in the affected population.

Most Victims of Which Hereditary Abnormality Die of Respiratory Infections