In Cirrhosis, How Does Cholesterol Alter the Fluidity of the Plasma

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Multiple Choice

In cirrhosis, how does cholesterol alter the fluidity of the plasma membrane of erythrocytes?

• A) Cholesterol decreases the membrane fluidity of the erythrocyte, which reduces its ability to carry oxygen.
• B) Cholesterol decreases the membrane fluidity of erythrocytes, which reduces its ability to carry hemoglobin.
• C) Cholesterol increases the membrane fluidity of erythrocytes, which allows binding of excess glucose.
• D) Cholesterol increases the membrane fluidity of erythrocytes, which prolongs its life span beyond 120 days.

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