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A rare genetic disorder involves impaired migration and differentiation of cells originating from the neural crest. Which of the following structures would most likely be affected in this patient?

A Spinal cord neurons
B Skeletal muscle of the limbs
C Adrenal medulla chromaffin cells
D Renal tubules

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

The adrenal medulla, responsible for producing catecholamines, is derived from neural crest cells. Other neural crest derivatives include melanocytes, Schwann cells, dorsal root ganglia, and parts of the craniofacial skeleton, among others.

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