Friday Pop Quiz 6/14/2024
What is the most common genetic defect associated with this syndrome?
A. Neurofibromin
B. Merlin
C. Tuberin
D. Hamartin
E. Folliculin
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What is the most common genetic defect associated with this syndrome?
A. Neurofibromin
B. Merlin
C. Tuberin
D. Hamartin
E. Folliculin
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here. … 
On this Mnemonic Monday, we challenge you to remember the major diagnostic criteria for neurofibromatosis type I with the following mnemonic:
Chase Bank LOANS
C- Café-au-lait spots
B- Bony abnormalities (sphenoid wing dysplasia, pseudoarthrosis, sphenoid dysplasia, scoliosis)
L- Lisch nodules (iris hamartomas)
O-Optic glioma
A- Axillary/inguinal freckling (Crowe’s sign … 