Systemic lupus erythematosus may come about due to a number of biological mechanisms. Which of these is not associated with the etiology and symptoms of lupus?

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Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease characterized by the development of antinuclear antibodies (A), the potential for autoantibodies to cross the blood-brain barrier (B), and is influenced by hormonal levels such as estrogen and testosterone (C). Vitamin D deficiency (D) has also been associated with an increased risk of SLE. However, the increased occurrence of white fat (E) is not directly associated with the etiology and symptoms of lupus.

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus May Come About Due to a Number