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Frank, who has the disorder _______________, is at risk of iron toxicity because of the increased absorption of iron in the intestine caused by this genetic abnormality.
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The genetic abnormality known as _______________ results in decreased absorption of dietary zinc.
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Answer to Question 1

hereditary hemochromatosis

Answer to Question 2

acrodermatitis enteropathica



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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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