Which lipoprotein contributes to the development of atherosclerosis?
a. Chylomicrons
b. Very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL)
c. Low-density lipoprotein chylomicron (LDL C)
d. High-density lipoprotein chylomicron (HDL C)
ANS: C
The probability that atherosclerosis will develop is related directly to the concentration of LDL C. Chylomicrons are intermediate-density lipoproteins. VLDLs are not as important in the development of atherosclerosis as low-density lipoproteins. HDLs do not contribute to the development of atherosclerosis.
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