The loss of neurons in Huntington's is thought to be due to accumulation of a protein known as ___,which is the result of a mutation in the gene known as ___.

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The accumulation of a protein known as "huntingtin" is responsible for the loss of neurons in Huntington's disease, which is caused by a mutation in the huntingtin gene. Options A and B are incorrect as they mention the protein "Lewy" which is associated with Parkinson's disease, not Huntington's disease. Option D is incorrect as it mentions "Huntington" as the gene causing the disease, whereas it is actually the name of the disease itself.

The Loss of Neurons in Huntington's Is Thought to Be