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What primary function does lipoprotein lipase serve in the metabolism of chylomicrons (CM)?
What primary function does lipoprotein lipase serve in the metabolism of chylomicrons (CM)?
- Synthesizes new lipoproteins from remnants
- Converts chylomicrons directly into LDLs
- Hydrolyzes TAG to release fatty acids and glycerol (correct)
- Increases the size of chylomicrons
Where is lipoprotein lipase predominantly found in the human body?
Where is lipoprotein lipase predominantly found in the human body?
- Liver
- Adipose tissue (correct)
- Kidneys
- Pancreas
What happens to the capping protein apolipoproteins after TAG degradation in chylomicrons?
What happens to the capping protein apolipoproteins after TAG degradation in chylomicrons?
- They are transferred to VLDLs
- They return to high-density lipoproteins (HDLs) (correct)
- They remain attached to the remnants
- They are completely destroyed
What role do hepatocyte lipoprotein receptors play in chylomicron metabolism?
What role do hepatocyte lipoprotein receptors play in chylomicron metabolism?
Which statement about lipoprotein lipase is true?
Which statement about lipoprotein lipase is true?
What is the primary composition released from chylomicron remnants after hydrolysis by the liver?
What is the primary composition released from chylomicron remnants after hydrolysis by the liver?
Which enzyme is activated by apo C-II in circulating lipoprotein particles?
Which enzyme is activated by apo C-II in circulating lipoprotein particles?
What ultimately happens to the remnants of chylomicrons after interaction with hepatocytes?
What ultimately happens to the remnants of chylomicrons after interaction with hepatocytes?
Which apolipoproteins are specifically recognized by liver lipoprotein receptors for the uptake of chylomicron remnants?
Which apolipoproteins are specifically recognized by liver lipoprotein receptors for the uptake of chylomicron remnants?
What characterizes the condition of complete absence of β-lipoproteins?
What characterizes the condition of complete absence of β-lipoproteins?
How does dietary intake of trans fatty acids affect lipoprotein levels?
How does dietary intake of trans fatty acids affect lipoprotein levels?
What is the primary impact of estrogen on lipoprotein metabolism?
What is the primary impact of estrogen on lipoprotein metabolism?
What is a significant feature of HDL deficiency known as Tangier Disease?
What is a significant feature of HDL deficiency known as Tangier Disease?
What therapy is effective in treating the neurological symptoms associated with disorders of lipoprotein metabolism?
What therapy is effective in treating the neurological symptoms associated with disorders of lipoprotein metabolism?
What condition is characterized by abnormally high levels of one or more plasma lipoproteins?
What condition is characterized by abnormally high levels of one or more plasma lipoproteins?
What is the primary action of hepatic lipase?
What is the primary action of hepatic lipase?
Which factor is crucial for the regulation of lipoprotein lipase activity?
Which factor is crucial for the regulation of lipoprotein lipase activity?
What characteristic differentiates the adipose enzyme of lipoprotein lipase from the heart muscle lipoprotein lipase?
What characteristic differentiates the adipose enzyme of lipoprotein lipase from the heart muscle lipoprotein lipase?
What are VLDLs primarily composed of?
What are VLDLs primarily composed of?
Where is hepatic lipase located?
Where is hepatic lipase located?
What process leads to the transition from VLDL to LDL in the plasma?
What process leads to the transition from VLDL to LDL in the plasma?
What is the consequence of elevated plasma lipoprotein concentrations on adipose lipoprotein lipase?
What is the consequence of elevated plasma lipoprotein concentrations on adipose lipoprotein lipase?
What is the main function of lipoprotein lipase in the circulation?
What is the main function of lipoprotein lipase in the circulation?
How does the Km of heart muscle lipoprotein lipase compare to that of adipose lipoprotein lipase?
How does the Km of heart muscle lipoprotein lipase compare to that of adipose lipoprotein lipase?
What is the initial product of VLDL degradation in the plasma?
What is the initial product of VLDL degradation in the plasma?
What is a primary consequence of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus on hepatic function?
What is a primary consequence of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus on hepatic function?
Which apolipoprotein is crucial for the activation of lipoprotein lipase?
Which apolipoprotein is crucial for the activation of lipoprotein lipase?
What characterizes familial type III hyperlipoproteinemia?
What characterizes familial type III hyperlipoproteinemia?
What triggers down-regulation of lipoprotein receptors in cells?
What triggers down-regulation of lipoprotein receptors in cells?
Which isoform of apo E is suggested to bind poorly to receptors?
Which isoform of apo E is suggested to bind poorly to receptors?
What is the primary function of lysosomal enzymes in relation to lipoprotein remnants?
What is the primary function of lysosomal enzymes in relation to lipoprotein remnants?
What is the primary function of apolipoprotein B-100 in VLDL particles?
What is the primary function of apolipoprotein B-100 in VLDL particles?
What happens during up-regulation of lipoprotein receptors in cells?
What happens during up-regulation of lipoprotein receptors in cells?
Which component is NOT released from lipoprotein remnants during lysosomal degradation?
Which component is NOT released from lipoprotein remnants during lysosomal degradation?
Excessive chronic ethanol ingestion leads primarily to which hepatic condition?
Excessive chronic ethanol ingestion leads primarily to which hepatic condition?
What role does apo E play in the clearance of lipoproteins?
What role does apo E play in the clearance of lipoproteins?
How do cell needs affect the number of available receptors for lipoproteins?
How do cell needs affect the number of available receptors for lipoproteins?
What physiological condition leads to the down-regulation of lipoprotein receptors?
What physiological condition leads to the down-regulation of lipoprotein receptors?
Which of the following conditions is NOT associated with hepatic TAG synthesis imbalance?
Which of the following conditions is NOT associated with hepatic TAG synthesis imbalance?
Why is apo E potentially involved in familial dysbetalipoproteinemia?
Why is apo E potentially involved in familial dysbetalipoproteinemia?
Which process allows for the reuse of lipoprotein components by the cell?
Which process allows for the reuse of lipoprotein components by the cell?
The release of nascent VLDL particles occurs primarily through which mechanism?
The release of nascent VLDL particles occurs primarily through which mechanism?
What is the consequence of prolonged starvation of cholesterol in cells?
What is the consequence of prolonged starvation of cholesterol in cells?
Which of the following statements about lipoprotein receptor availability is true?
Which of the following statements about lipoprotein receptor availability is true?
Which of the following does NOT represent a component released during the degradation of lipoprotein remnants?
Which of the following does NOT represent a component released during the degradation of lipoprotein remnants?
Study Notes
Chylomicron and Lipoprotein Metabolism
- Chylomicrons (CM) contain triglycerides (TAG) in their core, which are degraded by lipoprotein lipase, leading to smaller size and increased density of particles.
- Apolipoproteins from CMs return to high-density lipoprotein (HDL) particles after delipidation, leaving a "remnant" particle.
- CM remnants are removed from circulation primarily by the liver.
Lipoprotein Lipase Enzyme
- Lipoprotein lipase is an extracellular enzyme anchored to capillary walls by heparan sulfate, notably in adipose tissue, cardiac, and skeletal muscle.
- It is activated by apo C-II and hydrolyzes TAG in lipoprotein particles into fatty acids and glycerol; absent in adult liver.
- Hepatic lipase is located on hepatic endothelial cells and aids HDL metabolism but does not significantly affect chylomicrons or VLDL TAG.
Regulation of Lipoprotein Lipase Activity
- Insulin promotes lipoprotein lipase synthesis, signaling a fed state.
- Adipose tissue lipoprotein lipase has a large Km, allowing for fatty acid removal during elevated lipoprotein concentrations.
- Heart muscle lipoprotein lipase has a smaller Km for more efficient uptake of fatty acids.
VLDL Metabolism
- Very Low-Density Lipoproteins (VLDL) are synthesized in the liver, primarily containing TAG, and transport TAG to peripheral tissues.
- VLDL undergo degradation in plasma, transitioning to low-density lipoproteins (LDL) while some can also be taken up by cells via receptor-mediated endocytosis using apo E as a ligand.
Fatty Liver and Related Conditions
- Fatty liver (hepatic steatosis) results from an imbalance in TAG synthesis and VLDL secretion, often associated with conditions like hepatitis, obesity, uncontrolled diabetes, and chronic ethanol ingestion.
Apolipoproteins and Receptor Dynamics
- Apo E exists in three isoforms and is essential for clearance of lipid particles; deficits in apo E2 can lead to familial type III hyperlipoproteinemia.
- Receptor levels for lipoproteins adjust based on cellular needs, with down-regulation occurring in response to high plasma lipoprotein levels and up-regulation during cholesterol starvation.
Disorders of Lipoprotein Metabolism
- Hyperlipidemias feature abnormally high levels of one or more plasma lipoproteins, leading to various metabolic disorders.
- Tangier Disease is a rare condition characterized by HDL deficiency due to ABCA1 mutations, resulting in low plasma cholesterol and normal or increased TAG levels.
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Explore the complex interactions of lipoprotein lipase and its role in lipid degradation. This quiz covers key concepts of lipid metabolism, including delipidation and changes in size and density of lipoproteins.
