An Excessive Quantity of Fat in the Blood Is Called

question 31

Multiple Choice

An excessive quantity of fat in the blood is called:

• A) hyperkalemia.
• B) hyperlipidemia.
• C) hypernatremia.
• D) hypertension.

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Definitions:

Erythrocyte

A red blood cell that is responsible for carrying oxygen and carbon dioxide throughout the body.

White Blood Cell

Cells of the immune system that are involved in protecting the body against both infectious disease and foreign invaders.

Agranulocyte

A type of white blood cell without granules in its cytoplasm, which includes lymphocytes and monocytes, important for the immune system's response to infection.

Lymphocyte

A type of white blood cell that is vital to the immune system, responsible for producing antibodies and other responses to pathogens.