Low-density lipoproteins (LDLs)
A) help keep arteries clear.
B) are a type of neurotransmitter.
C) are tested using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI).
D) cause fatty deposits to accumulate in arteries.

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LDLs are known as "bad cholesterol" because they transport cholesterol from the liver to the cells, including those in the arteries. When there is an excess of LDLs, they can accumulate and form fatty deposits in the arteries, leading to atherosclerosis and increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Low-Density Lipoproteins (LDLs)