Which of the following is associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease? A. Increased blood levels of HDL B. Increased blood levels of LDL O C. Increased blood levels of IDL D. Increased blood levels of VLDL E. macrophages . The Impact of High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) on Cardiovascular Disease Risk

Cardiovascular Disease Risk and High-Density Lipoproteins (HDL)

HDL (high-density Lipoprotein) is a key lipoprotein which plays an essential role in maintaining good cardiovascular health. HDL prevents plaque buildup in the arteries, and helps reduce the likelihood of CVD. According to recent research, a lower risk of CVD is associated with higher HDL levels. Wang and colleagues. In a study conducted by Wang and colleagues (2016), high levels of HDL were linked to a lower rate of CVD in middle-aged Chinese. The authors also noted that higher HDL levels are associated with lower CVD mortality. Paez et.al. (2018) conducted a systematic analysis of multiple studies. (2018) investigated the link between HDL level and CVD-risk. Higher levels of HDL are associated with lower CVD risks, according to the researchers. This association did not depend on other risk factors such as LDL, IDL, or VLDL. The authors also suggested that increasing HDL levels may reduce CVD risk, even for those with high levels of other fats. Cont…..