Which of the following organs is not involved in hemochromatosis?
Correct Answer: Testis
Description: Hereditary hemochromatosis is an adult-onset disorder that represents an error of iron metabolism characterized by inappropriately high iron absorption resulting in progressive iron overload and accumulation of iron in parenchymal organs, leading to organ toxicity.This is the most common inherited liver disease in white persons and the most common autosomal recessive genetic disorder. This disease is the most common cause of severe iron overload. The organs involved are the liver, hea, pancreas, pituitary, joints, and skin. Phlebotomy is the treatment of choice. Chelating agents are also used.
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