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What are the main lipids present in plasma?
What are the main lipids present in plasma?
- Phosphatidylcholine, sphingomyelin, glycolipids, and ceramides
- Cholesterol, triglycerides, phospholipids, and non-esterified fatty acids (correct)
- Saturated fats, unsaturated fats, trans fats, and sterols
- Monounsaturated fats, polyunsaturated fats, omega-3 fatty acids, and omega-6 fatty acids
What is the normal range of cholesterol esters?
What is the normal range of cholesterol esters?
- 20-25%
- 90-95%
- 40-45%
- 70-75% (correct)
Which lipoprotein is considered 'good' cholesterol?
Which lipoprotein is considered 'good' cholesterol?
- Very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL)
- High-density lipoprotein (HDL) (correct)
- Low-density lipoprotein (LDL)
- Chylomicrons
What affects cholesterol levels according to the text?
What affects cholesterol levels according to the text?
What does a lipid profile typically include the estimation of?
What does a lipid profile typically include the estimation of?