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Which of the Following Statements About Hyperhomocysteinemia Is/are True

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Which of the following statements about hyperhomocysteinemia is/are true?


A) Hyperhomocysteinemia can be inherited or acquired.
B) Deficiencies of folate, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 can cause hyperhomocysteinemia.
C) Mutation in the methylene tetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) gene is responsible for some forms of hyperhomocysteinemia.
D) Mild to moderate hyperhomocysteinemia is an independent risk factor for arterial thrombotic diseases such as stroke, myocardial infarction, and peripheral vascular disease.
E) All of the above

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