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प्रश्न
ADA is an enzyme which is deficient in a genetic disorder SCID. What is the full form of ADA?
पर्याय
Adenosine Deoxy Aminese
Adenosine Deaminase
Aspartate Deaminase
Arginine Deaminase
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उत्तर
Adenosine Deaminase
Explanation:
SCID is a hereditary condition in which the enzyme ADA is defective. Adenosine deaminase is an enzyme that breaks down adenosine. This enzyme is required for the immune system to work properly.
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