hemochromatosis Flashcards
1
Q
Deposition of Iron on tissues is called?
A
Hemosiderosis
2
Q
what is the primary cause for hemochromatosis?
A
Autosomal Malfunction of Fe absorption
3
Q
What is the secondary cause for Hemochromatosis?
A
chronic transfusion of blood
4
Q
What gene is affected in primary hemochromatosis?
A
HFE Gene : C282Y ( cystein is replaced by Tyrosine) T282Y
5
Q
Classic Triad of Hemochromatosis?
A
Cirrhosis, DM2, Bronze skin.
6
Q
laboratory findings show high levels of iron and low levels of TIBC. With DM2 and Bronze skin. What is the diagnosis?
A
Hemochromatosis.
7
Q
Go to tx for hemochromatosis?
A
phlebotomy
