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Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for metabolic syndrome?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for metabolic syndrome?
- High blood pressure
- Low levels of good cholesterol
- Low blood sugar levels (correct)
- Excess fat around the waist
What is the recommended blood pressure level to be considered a risk factor for metabolic syndrome?
What is the recommended blood pressure level to be considered a risk factor for metabolic syndrome?
- 150/95 mmHg
- 130/85 mmHg (correct)
- 140/90 mmHg
- 120/80 mmHg
Which hormone resistance is associated with high blood sugar levels and is a risk factor for metabolic syndrome?
Which hormone resistance is associated with high blood sugar levels and is a risk factor for metabolic syndrome?
- Growth hormone resistance
- Insulin resistance (correct)
- Adrenal hormone resistance
- Thyroid hormone resistance
What type of cholesterol is considered low in individuals with metabolic syndrome?
What type of cholesterol is considered low in individuals with metabolic syndrome?
What is the primary factor used to diagnose metabolic syndrome?
What is the primary factor used to diagnose metabolic syndrome?
Which dermatophyte infection affects the scalp and hair shafts?
Which dermatophyte infection affects the scalp and hair shafts?
What is the medical term for dermatophyte nail infections?
What is the medical term for dermatophyte nail infections?
Which group of filamentous fungi causes dermatophyte infections?
Which group of filamentous fungi causes dermatophyte infections?
Who is at an increased risk of developing a dermatophyte infection?
Who is at an increased risk of developing a dermatophyte infection?
Which part of the body does tinea cruris affect?
Which part of the body does tinea cruris affect?
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