In Cirrhosis, How Does Cholesterol Alter the Fluidity of the Plasma

question 33

Multiple Choice

In cirrhosis, how does cholesterol alter the fluidity of the plasma membrane of erythrocytes?

• A)Cholesterol decreases the membrane fluidity of the erythrocyte, which reduces its ability to carry oxygen.
• B)Cholesterol decreases the membrane fluidity of erythrocytes, which reduces its ability to carry hemoglobin.
• C)Cholesterol increases the membrane fluidity of erythrocytes, which allows binding of excess glucose.
• D)Cholesterol increases the membrane fluidity of erythrocytes, which prolongs it life span beyond 120 days.

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