Which Statement About Cholesterol Is TRUE

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which statement about cholesterol is TRUE?

• A) If the blood contains too much HDL, cholesterol may be deposited on the arterial wall.
• B) LDLs transport cholesterol from cells to the liver when cholesterol levels are high.
• C) LDLs must bind with an LDL receptor on the cell membrane to be taken up by cells.
• D) Most plasma cholesterol is transported on HDLs or high-density lipoproteins.
• E) Omega-3 fatty acids are thought to decrease HDL levels.

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