Autoimmune hepatitis:
1)is characterized by increased immunoglobulin production.
2)is characterized by the presence of autoantibodies.
3)leads to rapid progression of cirrhosis if untreated.
4)is associated with iron accumulation in parenchymal organs.

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Autoimmune hepatitis is a relatively common autoimmune disease, primarily affecting the liver.It is typically characterized by increased immunoglobulins and the presence of autoantibodies and rapidly progresses to cirrhosis if untreated.Hemochromatosis is an inherited disorder associated with iron accumulation in parenchymal organs such as the liver, heart, pancreas, and endocrine glands.

Autoimmune Hepatitis: 1)is Characterized by Increased Immunoglobulin Production