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What causes the abnormal protein in cryofibrinogenemia to develop, and what causes the levels to fluctuate?
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Exposure to cold: The cause of the development of the abnormal protein is unknown. Levels increase in response to exposure to cold. The condition is completely reversible when diagnosed and treated properly.
Answered 1/3/2014
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Lymphoproliferative: A particular globulin shows monoclonal proliferation.Hep c, lymphatic tissue disease, other hematologic disorders. Fluctuation depends on several factors.
Answered 1/5/2014
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