Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of prions or prion diseases?
A) the protein that becomes a prion is common throughout the body
B) they are misfolded proteins
C) they form fibers that accumulate in the brain
D) they result in tiny holes in the brain
E) prion diseases are non-fatal

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Prion diseases are in fact fatal, making the option E incorrect. All other options are characteristics of prions or prion diseases: the protein that becomes a prion is found throughout the body (A); prions are misfolded proteins that can cause disease (B); prions form fibers that accumulate in the brain (C); and prion diseases can cause tiny holes in the brain (D).

Which of the Following Is NOT a Characteristic of Prions