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‘Epidermolysis bullosa simplex’ is caused by the deficiency of ____________ polypeptide.

‘Epidermolysis bullosa simplex’ is caused by the deficiency of ____________ polypeptide. Correct Answer keratin

‘Epidermolysis bullosa simplex’ is a genetic disorder that associated with extremely fragile skin that blisters easily. The disease is caused by mutations in the gene encoding K14, a type I keratin polypeptide.

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