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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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A 54-year-old man comes to the physician for a health maintenance examination. He feels well. He is 173 cm (5 ft 8 in) tall and weighs 84 kg (185 lb); BMI is 28 kg/m2. His vital signs are within normal limits. Physical examination shows no abnormalities. Serum lipid studies show:
Total cholesterol 280 mg/dL
HDL-cholesterol 30 mg/dL
LDL-cholesterol 195 mg/dL
Triglycerides 275 mg/dL
Treatment with atorvastatin and cholestyramine is initiated. Which of the following changes is most likely induced by both agents?"
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Increased LDL receptor expression