Dyslipidemias and Atherosclerosis Quiz
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What is the preferred method for obtaining an accurate assessment of LDL cholesterol?

  • Obtaining a fasting lipid profile (correct)
  • Calculating LDL using the Friedewald equation without fasting
  • Measuring total cholesterol
  • Using non-HDL cholesterol calculation

    • Which lipoproteins are included in the calculation of non-HDL cholesterol?

  • Chylomicrons and VLDL
  • VLDL, IDL, and LDL (correct)
  • HDL and LDL
  • IDL and chylomicrons

    • What is the estimated value of LDL cholesterol found using the Friedewald equation?

  • (HDL cholesterol + triglycerides/5)
  • (total cholesterol - (HDL cholesterol + triglycerides/5)) (correct)
  • (total cholesterol - HDL cholesterol)
  • (total cholesterol - triglycerides)

    • At what age should all adults be screened for lipid profile?

    <p>&gt; 20 years of age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do abnormalities in serum lipids play in atherosclerosis and plaque formation?

    <p>They play a major role in atherosclerosis and plaque formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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