Cholesterol carried by oxidized ____ is embedded in artery walls.

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LDL (low-density lipoprotein) is commonly referred to as "bad" cholesterol because it carries cholesterol from the liver to the arteries, and if there is an excess, it can deposit on the artery walls and contribute to plaque buildup. When LDL is oxidized, it becomes more harmful and can further promote this plaque formation. Chylomicrons (A) carry dietary fat and have little to no impact on cholesterol buildup in the arteries. MCT (B) refers to medium-chain triglycerides, which have a different structure and function in the body and are not involved in cholesterol transport. HDL (D) is considered "good" cholesterol because it carries excess cholesterol away from the arteries and back to the liver for processing, thus helping to prevent buildup.

Cholesterol Carried by Oxidized ____ Is Embedded in Artery Walls