The most common cause of iron overload is a. an injury to the ...

[serike]

The most common cause of iron overload is
 
  a. an injury to the GI tract.
  b. a genetic predisposition.
  c. excessive use of iron cookware.
  d. excessive use of iron supplements.
  e. environmental pollution.

Question 2

Why are people with iron overload at increased risk for infections?
 
  a. Excess tissue iron destroys vitamin C
  b. Iron-rich blood favors growth of bacteria
  c. Iron-rich blood impairs the immune system
  d. Excess tissue iron interferes with antibiotic function
  e. Iron binds with cells that produce T- and NK-cells, decreasing their production.

[bob]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

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