Hereditary hemochromatosis (HHC) is an iron storage disease that results in reduced uptake of iron into cells. Based on the data, which of the following is the most likely effect of HHC on ferritin protein levels? (A)Elevated levels of ferritin protein because there is more iron in the blood of affected individuals. (B) Reduced levels of ferritin protein because there is less iron in the cytosol of affected individuals. (C) Elevated levels of ferritin protein because ferritin replaces the mutant protein in affected individuals. (D) Reduced levels of ferritin protein because iron stimulates ferritin breakdown.
