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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 patient with hyperiglycerdemia is treated with Omega -3- polyunsaturated fatty acids. Treatment with omega-3- polyunsaturated fatty acids, will have the following effect on lipid profile:
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The correct answer is  Answer is C (Increased LDL and Decreased total cholesterol) The major effect of Omega -3-polyunsaturated Fatty Acids on plasma lipids is to decrease serum triglyceride levels. They do not have a consistent effect on total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol however most studies have repoed a rise in LDL cholesterol and a decreased in total cholesterol.