Fanconi anemia is characterized by which of the following?

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Lack of copper in the bodyDefect in a gene responsible for DNA repairAbsence of elevated risk for squamous cell carcinomaCaused solely by nutritional deficiencies

Explanation

Fanconi anemia results from mutations in genes involved in DNA repair mechanisms, leading to genomic instability. It is not related to copper deficiency or purely nutritional causes, and patients have an increased risk of developing squamous cell carcinoma.