Lipid Management and Cholesterol Modulation Quiz

LDL cholesterol is a primary lipid associated with increased cardiovascular disease risk.

LDL cholesterol's main function is transporting cholesterol from the liver to the cells.

Cholesterol screening is recommended every 3 years for adults without cardiovascular disease.

Regular aerobic exercise is recommended to help improve lipid levels.

Metformin is not a lipid-lowering medication.

A high fiber diet is not a risk factor for dyslipidemia.

Statins are commonly used to lower LDL cholesterol levels.

Statins lower LDL cholesterol levels by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase.

Soluble fiber has been shown to help lower LDL cholesterol levels.

Gemfibrozil is commonly used to lower triglyceride levels.

Smoking cessation can help improve lipid profile.

HDL cholesterol is considered 'good' cholesterol.

Type 1 diabetes is associated with high triglyceride levels.

Chylomicrons are primarily responsible for transporting dietary triglycerides from the intestine.

Familial hypercholesterolemia is characterized by extremely high levels of LDL cholesterol.

HDL cholesterol helps reduce cardiovascular risk by removing cholesterol from arterial walls.

Type 2 diabetes is associated with low levels of HDL cholesterol.