Elevated cholesterol and LDL (the particles that transport cholesterol)have been strongly associated with vascular disease; what process(es)lead to the elevated levels?

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Elevated cholesterol and LDL levels are often due to excessive absorption of cholesterol from the diet by the gastrointestinal tract.

Answer: B 
 Reduced production of cholesterol by the liver can also result in elevated cholesterol and LDL levels.

Answer: C 
 Increased acceptance of cholesterol by body cells can lead to elevated levels in the bloodstream.

Answer: D 
 Reduced conversion of cholesterol into sex hormone receptor molecules is not a known cause of elevated cholesterol and LDL levels.

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