Which of the following profiles is associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis?
A)Total blood cholesterol in adults below 120 mg/100 mL of blood
B)HDL cholesterol below 40 mg/100 mL of blood
C)LDL levels between 120 and 129 mg/100 mL of blood
D)All of these are associated with increased atherosclerosis risk.

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Low levels of HDL cholesterol are associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis. HDL cholesterol helps remove excess cholesterol from the arteries and transport it to the liver for processing and removal. Lower levels of HDL cholesterol mean less efficient removal of excess cholesterol and a higher risk of buildup in the arteries.

Which of the Following Profiles Is Associated with an Increased