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Atherosclerosis refers to the disease of

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Lungs

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Heart

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Kidney

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Liver

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The correct option is B Heart
'Coronary Artery Disease' (CAD)is often referred to as atherosclerosis. It affects the vessels, that supply blood to the heart muscle. It is caused by deposits of calcium, fat, cholesterol and fibrous tissues, which makes the lumen of arteries narrower.

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