Which of the following groups of individuals has the greatest risk for celiac disease?

  1. Asian
  2. Native American
  3. African Americans
  4. Caucasians of European descent
Explanation

Answer - D - The cause of celiac sprue is not yet fully determined, but an individual's race is known to play a role in its development. Caucasians of European descent are most commonly affected by celiac disease. Asians, Native Americans, and African Americans are the leading groups with lactase deficiency.

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