A 39-year-old female presents with abdominal pain and jaundice. She is diagnosed with gallstones and undergoes cholecystectomy. An analysis of her gallstones would most likely reveal a high concentration of:

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Gallstones are typically classified as cholesterol stones or pigment stones. Cholesterol stones make up the majority of gallstones and are composed of a high concentration of cholesterol. Therefore, the analysis of her gallstones would most likely reveal a high concentration of cholesterol.

A 39-Year-Old Female Presents with Abdominal Pain and Jaundice