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Lipid Metabolism and Disorders Part 2 Learning Objectives and Clinical Aspects

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What is the underlying pathology of cardiovascular disease (CVD) that starts in teenagers and progresses over time?

Hypertension

Arrhythmia

Heart failure

Atherosclerosis (correct)

Which type of cholesterol is considered 'bad' and promotes plaque formation and rupture?

Triglycerides

LDL (correct)

HDL

VLDL

What is the key role of oxidized lipoproteins in the development of atherosclerosis?

They promote plaque formation and rupture (correct)

They help remove cholesterol from tissues

They have no effect on atherosclerosis

They lower inflammation in the arteries

Which type of cholesterol is considered 'good' and helps remove cholesterol from tissues?

HDL Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of atherosclerosis?

Improved circulation to the extremities Signup and view all the answers

Which type of particle is Lipoprotein (a)?

LDL particle with an additional protein Signup and view all the answers

What risk does Lipoprotein (a) pose in terms of heart disease?

Increases the risk of blood clots due to clot breakdown interference Signup and view all the answers

Why are small dense LDL particles considered a risk factor for heart disease?

They are more common in people with high triglycerides and low HDL cholesterol Signup and view all the answers

What causes Dyslipidemia?

Abnormality in plasma lipids and lipoproteins Signup and view all the answers

What determines the levels of Lipoprotein (a)?

Genetics Signup and view all the answers