The Nurse Is Aware That the Characteristics of High-Density Lipoproteins

question 15

Multiple Choice

The nurse is aware that the characteristics of high-density lipoproteins (HDLs) are that they:

• A) have high amounts of triglycerides.
• B) have only small amounts of protein.
• C) have little cholesterol.
• D) aid in steroid production.

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Definitions:

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Descartes

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