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Metabolic Syndrome Criteria by WHO, EGIR, and NCEP ATP III Quiz

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What is the most widely accepted core component of the metabolic syndrome as mentioned in the text?

Hypertension (correct)

Hypoglycemia

Hyperkalemia

Hyperthyroidism

Based on the text, individuals with metabolic syndrome are at a greater risk of developing which condition?

Type 2 diabetes (correct)

Osteoporosis

Hypertension

Type 1 diabetes

What percentage of cardiovascular deaths are caused by raised blood glucose?

20% (correct)

15%

25%

How does central obesity relate to insulin resistance according to the text?

Central obesity is associated with increased insulin resistance Signup and view all the answers

What happens when cells in the body become less sensitive and eventually resistant to insulin?

Glucose absorption from the blood decreases Signup and view all the answers

How does the build-up of triglycerides impact insulin sensitivity?

It impairs insulin sensitivity Signup and view all the answers

What effect does excessive body fat have on insulin resistance?

It exacerbates insulin resistance Signup and view all the answers

How is central obesity associated with insulin resistance?

Central obesity is strongly associated with an increased risk of insulin resistance Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of insulin resistance in adipose tissue on the liver and peripheral tissues?

Causes a flux of free fatty acids from adipose tissue to the liver Signup and view all the answers

How do fatty acids contribute to atherogenic dyslipidemia?

Induce production of VLDL particles in the liver Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of excessive body fat, particularly visceral adipose tissue, in insulin resistance?

Causes elevated FFA and TG levels in skeletal muscle Signup and view all the answers

How does central obesity contribute to insulin resistance?

Is associated with decreased production of adiponectin and increased insulin resistance Signup and view all the answers