Diagnostic Criteria for Metabolic Syndrome Include HDL Levels of Less

question 35

Multiple Choice

Diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome include HDL levels of less than ____ mg/dL in men.

• A)30
• B)35
• C)40
• D)50

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