Which one of the following statement is true regarding factor V Leiden gene mutation?

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Which one of the following statement is true regarding factor V Leiden gene mutation?
a. In Caucasians the incidence of factor V Leiden is 5%
b. Individuals have an increased risk of bleeding
c. Homozgous or heterozygous state carries the same risk
d. Factor V Leiden mutation is the most common cause of APCR
resistance

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score 0 · Answer 1 · 2022-07-26T04:47:00+00:00

In Caucasians the incidence of factor V Leiden is 5%.It is most common in Caucasians from central and northern Europe. The incidence in this population is estimated to be 3 -7 %.