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Which of the following is true about Factor V Leiden mutation?

It is name after the scientist who both suffered from and discovered the mutation

A SNP renders factor 5 resistant to inactivation by protein C

A mutation in the 3'UTR means excessive factor 5 is synthesized by the liver

It is caused by a defect in the Cystathione β-synthetase gene which results in homocysteine metabolites cross-linking with factor 5