Question

ACSM risk factor for dyslipidemia (HDL)

A) HDL-C < 40 mg/dL
B) HDL-C < 50 mg/dL
C) HDL-C < 30 mg/dL
D) HDL-C < 45 mg/dL

Answer 1

The ACSM risk factor for dyslipidemia (HDL) is HDL-C below 40 mg/dL for men and below 50 mg/dL for women.

Step-by-step explanation:

Dyslipidemia refers to abnormal levels of lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) in the blood. One of the risk factors for dyslipidemia is low levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C). According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), a value of HDL-C below 40 mg/dL for men and below 50 mg/dL for women is considered a risk