8 Questions
What must happen for LDLs to be taken up by cells?
LDL particle must bind to an LDL receptor
Which lipoproteins return unused cholesterol to the liver?
HDLs
What happens to phospholipids during digestion in the small intestine?
They are dismantled into free fatty acids and a phospholipid remnant
What is the number-one killer of adults in the United States?
Cardiovascular disease
How are sterols absorbed through the intestinal wall?
They are absorbed intact through the intestinal wall
How does atherosclerosis affect blood flow?
It narrows arteries and impedes blood flow
What are LDLs commonly referred to as due to their association with heart disease risk?
'Bad' cholesterol
How are high levels of HDLs in the blood associated with heart disease risk?
They reduce heart disease risk
Learn about the role of chylomicrons in facilitating lipid absorption in the body. Explore how larger fatty acids are processed and combined with other molecules to form chylomicrons for transport. Understand the journey of chylomicrons from the intestines to the bloodstream.
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