The First Signs of Hardening of the Arteries Are Appearing

question 21

True/False

The first signs of hardening of the arteries are appearing as early as age 5.

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Definitions:

Scanty

Descriptive of being minimal in quantity, barely sufficient, or less than adequate.

Peritoneal

Relating to the peritoneum, the serous membrane lining the cavity of the abdomen and covering the abdominal organs.

Hemodialysis

A medical procedure where a machine filters wastes and water from the blood, mimicking the function of healthy kidneys.

Membrane

A thin, soft, pliable layer of tissue that lines a tube or cavity, or covers an organ or structure.