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What is the primary cause of cirrhosis in the liver?
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?
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?
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?
What is the name of the gene identified as a risk factor for NAFLD?
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Which ethnic group is at the highest risk of developing NAFLD?
Which ethnic group is at the highest risk of developing NAFLD?
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What is the typical waist circumference for men that is associated with metabolic syndrome?
What is the typical waist circumference for men that is associated with metabolic syndrome?
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What is the term for the irreversible scarring of the liver?
What is the term for the irreversible scarring of the liver?
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Which of the following tests is NOT included in the secondary prevention of NAFLD?
Which of the following tests is NOT included in the secondary prevention of NAFLD?
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What is the term for the growth of fat droplets on hepatocytes?
What is the term for the growth of fat droplets on hepatocytes?
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