Which of the following is true of atherosclerosis?
A)It is most likely an inflammatory disease.
B)Blood C-reactive protein levels are better predictors than LDL cholesterol levels.
C)Antioxidants may be used to prevent or treat it.
D)All apply

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Atherosclerosis is an inflammatory disease caused by the buildup of plaque in arteries. Blood C-reactive protein levels and LDL cholesterol levels are both important predictors of risk for developing atherosclerosis. Antioxidants have been studied as potential preventive or treatment measures for atherosclerosis. Therefore, all of the given options are true.

Which of the Following Is True of Atherosclerosis