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Average Score: 71%
Simulated
A common abnormal laboratory result associated with the development of peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is:
Correct answer
B
Rationale
High serum lipid levels, particularly elevated low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, are a major risk factor for atherosclerosis, which underlies PVD. Lipid accumulation in arterial walls leads to plaque formation, narrowing vessels and reducing blood flow. Calcium levels are not directly associated with PVD, and low lipid levels are not a risk factor.