An Increased Risk for Cardiovascular Health Problems Is Associated with

question 9

Multiple Choice

An increased risk for cardiovascular health problems is associated with

• A) an elevated level of hemoglobin.
• B) high blood levels of HDLs.
• C) decreased production of albumins.
• D) high blood levels of LDLs.
• E) low blood levels of LDLs.

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Definitions:

Sartorius

The longest muscle in the human body, running from the hip to the knee, and aiding in flexing, abduction, and lateral rotation of the thigh.

Biceps Femoris

A muscle of the thigh located at the back of the leg, part of the hamstrings group, involved in knee flexion and thigh extension.

Gastrocnemius

A major muscle located in the back part of the lower leg that helps in bending the knee and pushing the foot down, such as when walking or jumping.

Tibialis Anterior

A muscle in the lower leg that dorsiflexes and inverts the foot.