Why Are People with Iron Overload at Increased Risk for Infections

question 106

Multiple Choice

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

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