All will predispose to atherosclerosis, except
Correct Answer: Calcium
Description: Elevated plasma levels of homocysteine are associated with increased risk of atherosclerosis, thrombosis and hypertension.
Lipoprotein A inhibits fibrinolysis, therefore predisposes to atherosclerosis.
Atherosclerosis (Greek athere-mush) is a complex disease characterized by thickening or hardening of arteries due to the accumulation of lipids (particularly cholesterol, free, and esterified), collagen, fibrous tissue, proteoglycans, calcium deposits, etc. in the inner arterial wall.
Satyanarayana, Ed 3, Pg No 152
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