A high level of homocysteine in the blood is thought to enhance plaque formation and subsequent blockage of the arteries by
a. causing damage to the inner lining of the artery wall.
b. carrying blood cholesterol and depositing it in the artery wall.
c. decreasing the liver's ability to remove blood cholesterol.
d. reducing the excretion of excessive dietary fats from the body.
a
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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