Human Physiology
Human Physiology
15th Edition
ISBN: 9781259864629
Author: Fox, Stuart Ira
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill Education,
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Chapter 13, Problem 14CP
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The transportation of cholesterol in blood plasma and the relation between atherosclerosis and concentration of cholesterol.

 

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Cholesterol is a type of lipid found in the cells. It is important for the production of hormones and vitamin D. Cholesterol is present in food products like egg yolk, meat and cheese. The normal amount of cholesterol that is considered desirable in adults is 200 milligram per deciliter.

 

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Human Physiology

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