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A genetic mutation in the CD8 gene results in a CD8 T cell deficiency. Which of the following scenarios would be most likely to occur in a patient with this gene mutation? a) Increased susceptibility to bacterial infections b) Decreased susceptibility to viral infections c) Enhanced immune response to pathogens d) No impact on immune function

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a. increased susceptibility to bacterial infections

Step-by-step explanation:

T Cells help fight off infections in the body, so if there is a T cell deficiency, then there are fewer lymphocytes to fight off infection which means you are more likely/more susceptible to get bacterial infections.

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