In Cirrhosis, How Does Cholesterol Alter the Fluidity of the Plasma

Multiple Choice

In cirrhosis, how does cholesterol alter the fluidity of the plasma membrane of erythrocytes?

A) Cholesterol decreases the membrane fluidity of the erythrocyte, which reduces its ability to carry oxygen.
B) Cholesterol decreases the membrane fluidity of erythrocytes, which reduces its ability to carry hemoglobin.
C) Cholesterol increases the membrane fluidity of erythrocytes, which allows binding of excess glucose.
D) Cholesterol increases the membrane fluidity of erythrocytes, which prolongs it life span beyond 120 days.