Regarding infection,what is the problem with cystic fibrosis?
A) bacteria are not captured properly to signal an immune response
B) white blood cells are mutated and do not recognize foreign bacteria
C) the mutated cystic fibrosis protein is not recognized by the immune system
D) because multiple copies of the mutated protein are made, the immune system goes into hyperdrive
E) more than one of these problems occurs

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In cystic fibrosis, the mucus that lines the lungs and other organs is thicker and stickier than normal, making it difficult to clear bacteria and other pathogens. This can lead to chronic infections, as the bacteria are not captured properly to signal an immune response. The answer choices B, C, and D are not correct because they do not describe the specific problem with infection in cystic fibrosis.

Regarding Infection,what Is the Problem with Cystic Fibrosis