All of the Following Are Major Risk Factors in the Development

question 32

Multiple Choice

All of the following are major risk factors in the development of diabetes,EXCEPT

• A)age.
• B)obesity.
• C)excess physical activity.
• D)a family history of diabetes.

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Definitions:

Lymph

The colorless fluid within the lymphatic vessels that is derived from blood plasma; contains white blood cells; ultimately lymph is returned to the blood.

Erythrocytes

Red blood cells that transport oxygen and carbon dioxide between the lungs and tissues of the body.

Connective Tissue

A type of biological tissue in animals that supports, connects, or separates different types of tissues and organs.

Endothelial Cells

Cells that line the interior surface of blood vessels and lymphatic vessels, forming an interface between circulating blood or lymph in the lumen and the rest of the vessel wall.