Hemochromatosis is usually inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern, which means a person must inherit two copies of the defective gene - one from each parent - to be affected. The most common form is due to mutations in the HFE gene. This gene normally regulates the absorption of iron from food. Mutations in HFE allow too much iron to enter the body through the digestive tract, ex... https://pragatibodkhe.livepositively.com/understanding-the-rare-genetic-condition-known-as-hemochromatosis/new=1