A Cell Derived from Monocytes That Attach to the Arterial

Question

A cell derived from monocytes that attach to the arterial intima and accumulate lipids is a
A)M1 macrophage
B)M2 macrophage
C)Kupffer cell
D)Foam cell
E)Giant cell

Accepted Answer

Monocytes attaching to the arterial intima are influenced by chronic inflammation to accumulate lipids, in particular the LDL particle containing cholesterol.