Review Note

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) results from a mutation in the dystrophin gene. If dystrophin is absent, how does this affect the muscle cells during contraction?

a) The muscle cells will undergo hypertrophy.

b) The muscle cells will have enhanced contractile force.

c) The muscle cell membrane will be more susceptible to damage, leading to muscle degeneration.

d) The muscle cells will increase in elasticity, allowing for greater contraction.