Pathology Werner syndrome is characterized by: A Defect in DNA polymerase & impaired cell replication B Defect in telomerase & predisposition to cancer C Defect in transcription with accumulation of abnormal proteins D Defect in DNA helicase & premature aging 💡 Explanation Werner syndrome is characterized by: ✓ Correct Answer: D. Defect in DNA helicase & premature aging