For Type A individuals,exposure to stress is especially likely to inhibit organ activity,such as the ________ removing cholesterol and fat from the blood.

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Type A individuals tend to have a higher level of stress hormones such as cortisol, which can inhibit the liver's ability to remove cholesterol and fat from the blood. This can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease in Type A individuals. The thyroid gland, pancreas, and adrenal glands may also be affected by stress, but they do not have a direct role in removing cholesterol and fat from the blood.

For Type a Individuals,exposure to Stress Is Especially Likely to Inhibit