Lp(a) Is a Genetic Variant of _____; Its Presence _____

question 43

Multiple Choice

Lp(a) is a genetic variant of _____; its presence _____ a genetic predisposition to heart disease.

• A) LDL, increases
• B) HDL, decreases
• C) LDL, decreases
• D) HDL, increases

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Definitions:

Proteins

Proteins are complex molecules composed of amino acids that play critical roles in building and repairing body tissues, supporting immune function, and regulating body processes, essential for the overall health and functioning of living organisms.

Genes

The basic physical and functional units of heredity, made up of DNA, that determine the characteristics and traits of an organism.

DNA

DNA, a molecule responsible for carrying the genetic blueprints essential for the growth, development, operation, and reproduction of all recognized living organisms and numerous viruses.

Amniocentesis

A medical procedure used during pregnancy to collect a small sample of the amniotic fluid surrounding the fetus for genetic testing and diagnosing other conditions.