Which of the following statements is true about lipoproteins?

Which of the following statements is true about lipoproteins?
 A) HDL removes cholesterol from the bloodstream.
  B) High HDL values promote atherosclerosis.
  C) Diet has no influence on HDL levels.
  D) Diets high in saturated fat are protective against heart disease.
  E) Elevated LDL cholesterol in the blood is protective against heart disease.

Q. 2

The most common cause of hepatitis A virus infection is _____.
 a. exposure to infected blood
  b. jaundice
 c. fecal-oral contamination
 d. sexual contact
 e. contaminated food

Q. 3

A person who has gastrointestinal distress after drinking milk most likely:
 A) is missing the enzyme lactase.
  B) has type 2 diabetes.
  C) produces lipoproteins against the milk.
  D) is experiencing autoimmunity.
  E) is having a hydrogenation reaction.

Q. 4

Which laboratory finding is not associated with fatty liver?
 a. elevated HDL
 b. elevated ALT and AST
  c. elevated glucose
 d. elevated triglycerides
 e. elevated cholesterol

Q. 5

Which of the following foods is an example of a wholesome but low-quality protein source?
 A) Vegetable oil
  B) Beans
  C) Cheese
  D) Banana
  E) Eggs

Q. 6

Which statement characterizes fatty liver?
 a. It is a clinical finding common to many conditions.
  b. It usually results in liver failure.
 c. It cannot be reversed.
 d. It is diagnosed by decreased levels of liver enzymes.
  e. It is another term for cirrhosis.

Q. 7

The special proteins that drive chemical reactions are:
 A) enzymes.
  B) antibodies.
  C) collagen.
  D) hormones.
  E) DNA.

Q. 8

When triglycerides accumulate in the liver, the liver _____.
 a. becomes smaller
 b. turns into scar tissue
 c. becomes inflamed
 d. becomes enlarged
 e. decreases metabolism

Q. 9

Omega-3 fatty acids may help to protect against:
 A) diverticulosis.
  B) osteoporosis.
  C) type 1diabetes.
  D) kidney failure.
  E) heart disease.