Waist Circumference Is an Important Factor in the Prediction of Health

question 39

Multiple Choice

Waist circumference is an important factor in the prediction of health risks associated with excess body weight, often referred to as the metabolic syndrome. All of the following, EXCEPT which, are components of the metabolic syndrome?

• A) Elevated fasting blood sugar
• B) Elevated HDL-cholesterol
• C) Elevated serum triglycerides
• D) Elevated systolic blood pressure
• E) Elevated small, dense LDL-cholesterol

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