Which of the Following Factors Is a Primary Contributor Underlying

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors is a primary contributor underlying cause of familial hypercholesterolemia?

• A) defective LDL receptors on the cell membranes
• B) poor attachment of the cholesterol to the extracellular matrix of cells
• C) a poorly formed lipid bilayer that cannot incorporate cholesterol into cell membranes
• D) inhibition of the cholesterol active transport system in red blood cells

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Definitions:

Gall Bladder

A small organ beneath the liver that stores and concentrates bile, a fluid that helps digest fats.

Appendix

A small, tube-like appendage attached to the large intestine; often considered vestigial but may have roles in maintaining gut flora.

Mouth

The opening in the face of a human or animal, used for eating, breathing, and speaking.

Sexual Differentiation

The process by which the sexual organs and secondary sex characteristics develop differently in males and females, influenced by genetic and hormonal factors.