Asked by Nataly Aguiar on May 29, 2024
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Increased lipid deposits in the tunica intima of large arteries is called ________.
A) atherosclerosis
B) arteriosclerosis
C) a thrombus
D) an embolus
E) hardening of the arteries
Atherosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis characterized by irregularly distributed lipid deposits in the intima of large and medium-sized arteries.
Arteriosclerosis
The thickening and hardening of the walls of the arteries, often leading to restricted blood flow.
Tunica Intima
Innermost coat of a blood vessel; consists of endothelium, a lamina propria, and an inner elastic membrane.
- Distinguish between the configurations and operations of cells and tissues under normal and pathological conditions.
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Eliana Maria Uribe EscobarJun 02, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Atherosclerosis specifically refers to the buildup of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in and on the artery walls (plaque), which can restrict blood flow. These deposits are typically found in the tunica intima, the innermost layer of the artery.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between the configurations and operations of cells and tissues under normal and pathological conditions.