Solved

If a Double-Negative Thymocyte Has Just Completed a Productive β-Chain

Question 5

Multiple Choice

If a double-negative thymocyte has just completed a productive β-chain gene rearrangement,which of the following describes the immediate next step in the development of this thymocyte?


A) A pre-T-cell receptor is assembled as a superdimer.
B) Rearrangement of γ- and δ-chain genes commences.
C) Expression levels of RAG-1 and RAG-2 are elevated.
D) The linked δ-chain genes are eliminated.
E) This cell will inevitably differentiate into a committed γ:δ T cell.

Correct Answer:

verifed

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Related Questions

Unlock this Answer For Free Now!

View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions

qr-code

Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks

upload documents

Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents