Biochemistry of Lipid Metabolism
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What is the main reason for performing blood sampling on an empty stomach?

  • To avoid contamination from food particles
  • To minimize the risk of infection
  • To ensure accurate levels of triglycerides are measured (correct)
  • To prevent interference from medications

    • Which component is crucial for the delivery of absorbed triglycerides to the cells?

  • Chylomicrons (correct)
  • Lecithin
  • VLDL
  • Cholesterol

    • What process occurs to chylomicrons after they interact with cell receptors?

  • Translocation to the nucleus
  • Hydrolysis within the cytosol
  • Destruction inside the cell (correct)
  • Recycling back to the bloodstream

    • What condition can result from lipid malabsorption?

    <p>Celiac disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is responsible for the hydrolysis of triglycerides in chylomicrons?

    <p>Lipase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do bile salts play in the hydrolysis of cholesteryl esters in the intestine?

    <p>They increase the activity of hydrolases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which types of fatty acids are absorbed directly into the portal vein from the intestinal lumen?

    <p>Short-chain fatty acids and glycerol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main composition of mixed micelles formed in the intestine?

    <p>A spherical cluster of amphipathic lipids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process occurs in enterocytes after the absorption of micelles?

    <p>Resynthesis of triacylglycerols from monoglycerides and fatty acids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiates the conversion of fatty acids to triacylglycerols in the intestinal epithelial cells?

    <p>Activation of fatty acids to fatty acyl-CoA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do bile salts play in fat digestion?

    <p>They act as effective emulsifying agents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone primarily stimulates the secretion of bile?

    <p>Cholecystokinin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component of pancreatic juice is primarily responsible for the hydrolysis of triglycerides?

    <p>Pancreatic lipase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a derivative of cholesterol used in bile salts?

    <p>Arachidonic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much of the triacylglycerol (TAG) is fully hydrolyzed into glycerol and free fatty acids?

    <p>Approximately one-fourth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does secretin specifically promote in the pancreas?

    <p>Secretion of bicarbonate-rich fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of bile is responsible for facilitating the emulsification of fats?

    <p>Bile acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fatty acid derivative is predominantly formed during the hydrolysis of triglycerides?

    <p>Free fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of lipid primarily constitutes over 95% of dietary fat composition?

    <p>Triacylglycerol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of cholesteryl esters in the body?

    <p>Serve as a transport form of cholesterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does lingual lipase play in lipid digestion?

    <p>Initiates digestion of milk fat in neonates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following lipids primarily enhances the solubility of lipases during digestion?

    <p>Phospholipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes the composition of fats visualized during digestion?

    <p>Fats must be emulsified to be digested</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the optimal pH range for gastric lipase activity?

    <p>pH 5.4 - 7.0</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lipid class serves as a significant energy storage form in the body?

    <p>Triglycerides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function does NOT relate to lipids in the body?

    <p>Production of glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are chylomicrons primarily composed of?

    <p>Triacylglycerols and apoproteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of B-48 in relation to chylomicrons?

    <p>It serves as the major apolipoprotein for chylomicrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are nascent chylomicrons typically observed in the blood after a meal?

    <p>Within 1 to 2 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is alimentary hyperlipemia, and when does it peak?

    <p>Increased lipid concentration, peaking after 4-6 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do HDL particles play in the maturation of chylomicrons?

    <p>They transfer proteins to nascent chylomicrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the serum appear like after centrifugation due to chylomicrons following a lipid meal?

    <p>Strawberry-cream appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about chylomicrons is false?

    <p>They become mature when they lose triacylglycerol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs to the concentration of chylomicrons in the blood 10 to 12 hours after ingestion of fatty foods?

    <p>It returns to normal values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of lipid is primarily absorbed directly into the portal vein from the intestinal lumen?

    <p>Short chain and medium chain fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of mixed micelles in the intestinal absorption process?

    <p>To enhance the solubility of fats in the intestinal lumen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consequence of lipid malabsorption in the digestive system?

    <p>Lipids lost in feces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process occurs in enterocytes after the absorption of fatty acids and monoglycerides?

    <p>Triacylglycerols are resynthesized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition can lead to the obstruction of bile flow, causing lipid malabsorption?

    <p>Bile duct obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are triacylglycerols synthesized from fatty acids in intestinal epithelial cells?

    <p>By enzymatic condensation of fatty acyl-CoA and monoacylglycerols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the hydrolysis of TAG in chylomicrons primarily take place?

    <p>Capillary endothelial cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes mixed micelles that facilitate lipid absorption in the intestine?

    <p>Amphipathic structure with hydrophilic exterior and hydrophobic interior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pathway for monoglycerides and fatty acids after the digestion of TAG?

    <p>Diffused into cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do chylomicrons play in lipid metabolism?

    <p>Deliver absorbed TAG to the body's cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary storage form of dietary lipids?

    <p>Triglycerides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzymes are essential for the digestion of milk fat in neonates?

    <p>Lingual and gastric lipases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the optimal pH range for lingual lipase activity?

    <p>pH 4.0 – 4.5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lipid class primarily acts as a structural component of biological membranes?

    <p>Glycolipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a function of lipids in the body?

    <p>Cushioning of internal organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aids in the emulsification of lipids during digestion?

    <p>Bile salts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of fatty acids are primarily absorbed directly from the stomach wall?

    <p>Short-chain fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stimulates the secretion of pancreatic juice?

    <p>Presence of gastric acid in the duodenum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for the contraction of the gallbladder?

    <p>Cholecystokinin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major function of bile salts during fat digestion?

    <p>Emulsifying fats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is NOT found in pancreatic juice?

    <p>Glycogen synthase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What proportion of triacylglycerol (TAG) remains as 2-monoacylglycerol after hydrolysis?

    <p>3/4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substances are bile salts derived from?

    <p>Cholesterol and amino acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the function of secretin?

    <p>It stimulates the secretion of bicarbonate-rich fluid in pancreatic juice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the hydrolysis process of triacylglycerols, what is produced at the third stage?

    <p>Glycerol and free fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of apoproteins in chylomicrons?

    <p>To stabilize the chylomicron structure in aqueous solutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do nascent chylomicrons enter the blood circulation?

    <p>Through exocytosis into the lymphatic system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What change is observed in the blood serum after a meal containing lipids?

    <p>The serum appears milky or turbid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes chylomicrons to mature after they are secreted into the bloodstream?

    <p>Acceptance of proteins from HDL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the thoracic duct in relation to chylomicrons?

    <p>To channel lymph containing chylomicrons into the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When do nascent chylomicrons typically begin to appear in the bloodstream after eating?

    <p>1 to 2 hours after a meal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected blood concentration of chylomicrons 10 to 12 hours after consuming a lipid-rich meal?

    <p>Returning to normal values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes alimentary hyperlipemia?

    <p>Peak serum levels occurring 4-6 hours post-meal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to chylomicrons after they deliver triglycerides to the body's cells?

    <p>They are hydrolyzed within the cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is NOT associated with lipid malabsorption?

    <p>Hypertension.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is primarily responsible for the hydrolysis of triglycerides in chylomicrons?

    <p>Lipase enzyme.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common result of lipid malabsorption in the digestive system?

    <p>Loss of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of chylomicrons in lipid digestion?

    <p>They deliver absorbed triglycerides to the body's cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main structural characteristic of mixed micelles formed in the intestinal lumen?

    <p>Hydrophobic groups are on the inside and hydrophilic groups on the outside.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the process of resynthesizing triacylglycerols in the enterocytes begin?

    <p>By the condensation of fatty acids and monoacylglycerols.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What molecules form mixed micelles in the intestinal lumen?

    <p>Long-chain fatty acids and bile salts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor that increases the activity of hydrolases that degrade cholesteryl esters?

    <p>Concentration of bile salts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes the final process of triacylglycerol synthesis in intestinal epithelial cells?

    <p>A fatty acyl-CoA reacts with diacylglycerol to form triacylglycerol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lipid class primarily serves as a significant energy storage form in the body?

    <p>Triacylglycerols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of phospholipids in biological membranes?

    <p>Structural components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do short chain fatty acids differ in absorption compared to long chain fatty acids?

    <p>They are absorbed directly into the bloodstream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of lipase works optimally at a low pH range during lipid digestion?

    <p>Lingual lipase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of emulsification in lipid digestion?

    <p>To increase the surface area for lipase activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of bile salts in fat digestion?

    <p>Emulsification of fats to increase surface area for enzyme action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do bile salts contribute to the entero-hepatic circulation?

    <p>They are reabsorbed in the intestine and returned to the liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two hormones are primarily stimulated by the presence of gastric acid and protein-rich content in the duodenum?

    <p>Secretin and Cholecystokinin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of triacylglycerol (TAG) remains in the form of 2-monoglycerides after complete hydrolysis?

    <p>Approximately 75%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary enzyme responsible for hydrolyzing triglycerides in the intestine?

    <p>Pancreatic lipase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of pancreatic juice?

    <p>Bile salts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of Cholecystokinin during the digestive process?

    <p>Increasing pancreatic secretion of enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chemical structure do bile salts primarily derive from?

    <p>Cholesterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes nascent chylomicrons from mature chylomicrons?

    <p>Nascent chylomicrons have not yet accepted proteins from HDL.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of apoprotein B-48 in relation to chylomicrons?

    <p>It is essential for the secretion of chylomicrons into the lymphatic system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the appearance of serum change due to the presence of chylomicrons after a lipid-rich meal?

    <p>It turns turbid, resembling 'strawberry-cream blood'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to chylomicron levels in the blood 10 to 12 hours after eating fatty foods?

    <p>They return to normal values.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary route for nascent chylomicrons to enter the bloodstream?

    <p>Via exocytosis into the thoracic duct.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is alimentary hyperlipemia and when does it typically occur?

    <p>Rapid chylomicron formation peaking shortly after lipid ingestion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is essential for the stabilization of the hydrophilic surface of chylomicrons?

    <p>Phospholipids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can interfere with biochemical studies of blood serum in patients?

    <p>Presence of chylomicrons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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