Triglycerides and Cholesterol: Risk Factors and Complications

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What is the primary function of HDL cholesterol in the body?

To carry bad cholesterol back to the liver

What is the consequence of fatty deposits in blood vessels breaking suddenly?

Formation of a clot that causes a heart attack or stroke

What is the result of high levels of LDL cholesterol in the body?

Increased risk of heart disease and stroke

What is the primary organ responsible for producing cholesterol in the body?

Liver

What is the term for the combination of cholesterol and protein in the blood?

Lipoprotein

What is the result of high cholesterol levels in the body?

Increased risk of cardiovascular disease

What is the benefit of having high levels of HDL cholesterol?

Lowered risk of heart disease and stroke

What is the term for the 'bad' cholesterol that can build up on artery walls?

LDL cholesterol

What is the consequence of buildup of cholesterol on artery walls?

Increased risk of chest pain and heart attacks

What is the role of the liver in cholesterol regulation?

To remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream

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