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What is the primary function of lipid storage in the body?
What is the primary function of lipid storage in the body?
Where does fatty acid synthesis primarily occur?
Where does fatty acid synthesis primarily occur?
What is the role of apoproteins in lipoprotein complexes?
What is the role of apoproteins in lipoprotein complexes?
What is the charge on TAGs?
What is the charge on TAGs?
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What happens to glycerol phosphate once FA binds to it?
What happens to glycerol phosphate once FA binds to it?
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What is the primary source of glycerol phosphate in the body?
What is the primary source of glycerol phosphate in the body?
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What is the primary function of apo B-48 in the transport of exogenous dietary TAGs?
What is the primary function of apo B-48 in the transport of exogenous dietary TAGs?
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Where are endogenous fats synthesized in the body?
Where are endogenous fats synthesized in the body?
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What is the result of LPL activation on VLDLs in the circulation?
What is the result of LPL activation on VLDLs in the circulation?
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What is the primary function of HDL in lipid metabolism?
What is the primary function of HDL in lipid metabolism?
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What happens to the glycerol component of TAGs after hydrolysis by LPL?
What happens to the glycerol component of TAGs after hydrolysis by LPL?
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What is the role of apo A-1 in HDL function?
What is the role of apo A-1 in HDL function?
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