A 46-year old known alcoholic with liver damage is brought in the ER unconscious. One would expect his lipid values to be affected in what way?

High triglycerides may be caused by disorders such as type 2 diabetes, hypothyroidism, Cushing’s sydnrome, liver disease, uremia, dysglobulinemia, nephrotic syndrome, and alcoholism can cause hypertriglyceridemia.

A 46-year old known alcoholic with liver damage is brought in the ER unconscious. One would expect his lipid values to be affected in what way?
A . Increased
B. Decreased
C. Normal
D. Unaffected by the alcoholism

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Answer: A