Understanding the CFTR Protein – implications for the management of cystic fibrosis – Certificate of Completion

After completing this learning program, participants will be better able to:

1. Define cystic fibrosis as a systemic disease
2. Describe the disease cascade in cystic fibrosis and the role of current treatment options
3. Review the science of protein synthesis and the impact of genetic mutations
4. Identify the structure and function of the CFTR protein
5. Classify different gene mutations in CFTR and their impact on disease severity