The Ultimate Atherosclerosis Quiz
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Which layer of the artery wall is the innermost layer that consists of endothelium, connective tissue, and a basement membrane?

  • Tunica intima (correct)
  • Tunica media
  • Adventitia
  • Tunica externa
  • What is the process that occurs throughout the body and is the leading cause of coronary artery and cerebrovascular disease?

  • Plaque development
  • Macrophage accumulation
  • Atherosclerosis (correct)
  • Arteriosclerosis
  • What is the form of arteriosclerosis characterized by thickening and hardening caused by the accumulation of lipid-laden macrophages in the arterial wall?

  • Arteriosclerosis
  • Atherosclerosis (correct)
  • Plaque development
  • Macrophage accumulation
  • Which layer of the artery wall is the middle layer composed of smooth muscle with elastic fibers?

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