The general genetic defect responsible for ____ is the absence or dysfunction of ____ in the body such that blood cholesterol levels are typically 300 to over 800 mg/dL.

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The general genetic defect responsible for familial hypercholesterolemia is the absence or dysfunction of LDL receptors in the body, leading to elevated blood cholesterol levels.

The General Genetic Defect Responsible for ____ Is the Absence