The immune system responds to the damage to arteries because of atherosclerosis by: a. destroying foam cells that capture and remove LDL from the artery wall b. promoting the growth of skeletal muscle cells of the artery wall to repair the site c. sending white blood cells to the site to try repair the damage d. reducing the concentration of clotting factors in the blood e. lining the arteries with high levels of HDL cholesterol

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Nathalie Roth

Biology

31 October, 10:30

The immune system responds to the damage to arteries because of atherosclerosis by: a. destroying foam cells that capture and remove LDL from the artery wall b. promoting the growth of skeletal muscle cells of the artery wall to repair the site c. sending white blood cells to the site to try repair the damage d. reducing the concentration of clotting factors in the blood e. lining the arteries with high levels of HDL cholesterol

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Maci Preston · Answer 1

The correct answer is option C. sending white blood cells to the site to try to repair the damaged

Explanation:

Atherosclerosis is a disease where plaque develops inside arteries. Arteries are vessels that convey oxygen-rich blood to your heart and different regions of your body. Plaque is comprised of fat, cholesterol, calcium, and different substances found in the blood. After some time, plaque solidifies and limits your supply routes.

The immune system responds to Atherosclerosis that causes damage to the arteries by sending white blood cells to the damaged site to fix the damage caused by the plaques and fat deposits that obstruct the blood supply.