A mutation occurs in a gene that is important to the production of MHC Class II molecules. Which of the following statements accurately describes the ramifications of such a mutation?
A) Such a mutation will hinder antibody production due to the lack of interaction between B lymphocytes and helper T cells.
B) Such a mutation inhibits cytotoxic T cell function since these cells will not be able to interact with other cells of the body.
C) There will not be a negative impact because the mutation affects a rare class of MHC molecules that are only functional later in life.
D) Such a mutation will alter the ability of NK cells to detect tumor cells in the body.

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MHC Class II molecules are crucial for the interaction between helper T cells and B cells. A mutation affecting MHC Class II production would impair this interaction, leading to reduced antibody production by B cells.

A Mutation Occurs in a Gene That Is Important to the Production