Atherosclerosis, HDL, and LDL Flashcards
1
Q
Chylomicrons come from _________.
A
the diet
2
Q
When LDL is taken up by the endothelium, it gets ____________.
A
oxidized
3
Q
Oxidized LDL attracts ___________.
A
macrophages
4
Q
What is ASCVD?
A
Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
5
Q
What is HS CRP?
A
Highly sensitive C-reactive protein
6
Q
LDL is calculated. What is its formula?
A
LDL = total cholesterol - HDL - (triglycerides / 5)
7
Q
What four risk groups have been shown to benefit from receiving statins?
A
(1) those with ASCVD; (2) those with LDLs > 190; (3) individuals with diabetes; and (4) individuals with ASCVD 10-year risk > 7.5%
8
Q
What is considered a high coronary calcium score?
A
> 300
9
Q
What are the two high-dose statins?
A
Atorvastatin and rosuvastatin
