Elevated LDL concentrations are associated with a high risk of heart disease because they:
A)transport cholesterol and triglycerides from the liver to the tissues.
B)carry excessive amounts of fat that is deposited around the heart.
C)encourage high levels of iron in the blood.
D)take excess cholesterol back to the liver, which increases the production of cholesterol.

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LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein) transports cholesterol from the liver to the tissues, and high levels can lead to cholesterol buildup in arteries, increasing heart disease risk.

Elevated LDL Concentrations Are Associated with a High Risk of Heart