Earliest lesion in atherosclerosis is_____________?

Correct answer: B. Fatty streak

  • A. Atheroma
  • B. Fatty streak
  • C. Fibrous plaque
  • D. None of the above

Explanation

The fatty streak is the earliest visible lesion of atherosclerosis and consists of lipid-laden foam cells in the intima. Atheroma and fibrous plaque develop later as the lesion progresses.

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