All of the following may be incorporated into plaque formation except:

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Nitric oxide (NO) has been shown to have anti-atherosclerotic effects and promotes vasodilation, while the other choices, collagen, connective tissue, and smooth muscle cells, can all contribute to the formation and progression of plaque build-up in arteries. NO (nitric oxide) is actually known to inhibit plaque formation by dilating blood vessels and reducing inflammation. Collagen, connective tissue, and smooth muscle cells are all key components in the formation of plaque.

All of the Following May Be Incorporated into Plaque Formation