All of the following are positive risk factors for coronary heart disease (CHD) EXCEPT:
a. elevated homocysteine level.
b. elevated vitamin E level.
c. hypertension.
d. diabetes mellitus.
B
The vitamin E level does not affect the coronary arteries. Several factors can lead to CHD, including elevated homocysteine level, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus.
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