The Recommended Level of HDL Cholesterol for Adults Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

The recommended level of HDL cholesterol for adults is

• A)less than 200 mg/dl.
• B)less than 100 mg/dl.
• C)less than 40 mg/dl.
• D)60 mg/dl or more.

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Recessive Gene

A gene that only expresses its trait when inherited from both parents, as opposed to a dominant gene where one copy is sufficient for expression.

Red Blood Cells

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