exam Flashcards
1
Q
How does MAFLD differ from NAFLD in diagnostic criteria?
A
both require a 5% level of hepatic steatosis
MAFLD requires ANY ONE of the following
- T2DM
- obesity
- a metabolic dysfunction
1
Q
what are the metabolic risk abnormalities for MAFLD?
A
elevated WC
hypertension
elevated plasma triglycerides
decreased HDL cholesterol
prediabetes
elevated HOMA insulin resistance score
elevated CRP
2
Q
what is adiponectin?
A
an adipokine released by visercal fat
it increases glucose utilization and fatty acid oxidation
lower in NAFLD
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