Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Understanding the Spectrum
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What is the primary cause of cirrhosis in the liver?

  • Metabolic syndrome
  • Fat deposition in the liver
  • Inflammation caused by toxins or disease (correct)
  • Hepatitis C

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of metabolic syndrome?

  • Hyperglycemia
  • Hyperlipidemia
  • Hypoglycemia (correct)
  • Obesity

What is the estimated percentage of Americans who may have NAFLD?

  • 10%
  • 30% (correct)
  • 40%
  • 20%

What is the name of the gene identified as a risk factor for NAFLD?

<p>PNPLA3 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ethnic group is at the highest risk of developing NAFLD?

<p>Latinos (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical waist circumference for men that is associated with metabolic syndrome?

<p>40 inches (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the irreversible scarring of the liver?

<p>Cirrhosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tests is NOT included in the secondary prevention of NAFLD?

<p>Fasting insulin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the growth of fat droplets on hepatocytes?

<p>Steatosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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