What is the cause of familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) ?
A) A diet high in saturated fats
B) An increased production of cholesterol by the liver
C) A reduction in the number of LDL receptors on cell surfaces
D) An abnormal function of lipoprotein receptors circulating in the blood
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