Cholesterol Flashcard

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What are the two primary sources of cholesterol in the body?

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Dietary intake and liver production

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What is the role of villi in cholesterol absorption?

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Absorb and transport cholesterol into the bloodstream

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Which enzyme is crucial for the liver's production of cholesterol?

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HMG CoA reductase

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What is the main difference between LDL and HDL?

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LDL can clog arteries, while HDL helps remove cholesterol

Front

What is the consequence of excessive LDL in the bloodstream?

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It can cause arteries to clog, leading to heart attacks or strokes.

Front

What is the primary function of HDL in cholesterol management?

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To remove cholesterol from the bloodstream

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How do statins help lower cholesterol? Options: By absorbing excess cholesterol, By increasing HDL levels, By blocking cholesterol absorption in the intestine, By inhibiting HMG CoA reductase

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By inhibiting HMG CoA reductase