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Which apolipoprotein is primarily responsible for the interaction with the HDL receptor?
Which apolipoprotein is primarily responsible for the interaction with the HDL receptor?
What is the primary structure of Chylomicrons?
What is the primary structure of Chylomicrons?
What is the primary function of very low-density lipoproteins (VLDL)?
What is the primary function of very low-density lipoproteins (VLDL)?
How does the action of lipoprotein lipase (LpL) affect intermediate density lipoproteins (IDL)?
How does the action of lipoprotein lipase (LpL) affect intermediate density lipoproteins (IDL)?
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What is the primary half-life of Chylomicrons in the bloodstream?
What is the primary half-life of Chylomicrons in the bloodstream?
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What is the primary role of apolipoproteins in lipoproteins?
What is the primary role of apolipoproteins in lipoproteins?
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Which lipoprotein class predominantly contains Triacylglycerol?
Which lipoprotein class predominantly contains Triacylglycerol?
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What is the predominant lipid in LDL?
What is the predominant lipid in LDL?
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Which method is NOT used to separate lipoproteins?
Which method is NOT used to separate lipoproteins?
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Which apolipoprotein is exclusively found in chylomicrons?
Which apolipoprotein is exclusively found in chylomicrons?
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What is the percentage composition of cholesterol in total plasma lipid?
What is the percentage composition of cholesterol in total plasma lipid?
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Which of the following lipoproteins has the highest protein content?
Which of the following lipoproteins has the highest protein content?
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What is the effect of competing with plasminogen on Lipoprotein (a)?
What is the effect of competing with plasminogen on Lipoprotein (a)?
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Study Notes
Lipid Transport Overview
- Lipids are insoluble in water, they associate with proteins to form water-soluble lipoproteins.
- The protein part of lipoproteins is called apolipoprotein.
- Lipoproteins transport lipids between various tissues.
- Total plasma lipid is 400-600 mg/dL, including triacylglycerol (20%), phospholipids (30%), cholesterol (40%), and unesterified free fatty acids.
Lipoprotein Structure
- Lipoproteins consist of:
- A lipid core of nonpolar TAG and cholesterol esters.
- A surface layer of phospholipids and cholesterol.
- Protein parts called apolipoproteins (apoproteins).
- Apolipoproteins range from 1% in chylomicrons up to 60% in some HDLs. Some are peripheral proteins and others are integral.
Lipoprotein Classification
- Lipoprotein density increases as the protein component increases.
- Lipoproteins are separated by:
- Ultracentrifugation
- Electrophoresis
- Classification types include:
- Chylomicrons
- Very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDL, pre-β-lipoprotein)
- Intermediate-density lipoproteins (IDL)
- Low-density lipoproteins (LDL, β-lipoprotein)
- High-density lipoproteins (HDL, α-lipoprotein)
- Lipoprotein (a) [Lp(a)] lipid composition similar to LDL, competes with plasminogen to tissue plasminogen receptors.
- The primary lipids within lipoproteins are:
- Triacylglycerol (TAG)
- Phospholipids (PL)
- Cholesterol
- Cholesterol esters
- Free fatty acids (FFAs)
- TAG is predominant in chylomicrons and VLDL, cholesterol in LDL and phospholipids in HDL.
Apolipoproteins
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Apolipoproteins are proteins associated with lipoproteins.
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Synthesis primarily occurs in the liver and small intestine.
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Five major classes (A to E) are known.
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Apo B exists as Apo B-100 and Apo B-48.
- Apo B-100 is found in LDL.
- Apo B-48 is found in chylomicrons.
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Apo(a) is present in Lp(a) and has a high carbohydrate content.
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Apolipoproteins function by:
- Enhancing lipid solubility in plasma.
- Maintaining lipoprotein stability.
- Serving as ligands for interacting with lipoprotein receptors in tissues, regulating tissue uptake
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Specific apolipoproteins interact with particular receptors: Apo B-100 and Apo E for LDL receptor, Apo E for remnant receptor, and Apo A-I for the HDL receptor.
Apolipoprotein Enzyme Activity
- Some apolipoproteins act as enzyme activators or inhibitors.
- Activators:
- Apo C-II for lipoprotein lipase.
- Apo A-I for lecithin:cholesterol acyltransferase (LCAT).
- Inhibitors:
- Apo A-II and apo C-III for lipoprotein lipase.
- Apo C-I for cholesteryl ester transfer protein.
Chylomicron Metabolism
- Site of synthesis: intestinal mucosa
- Function: transport dietary lipids from intestine to peripheral tissues.
- Structure:
- Lipids (mainly triacylglycerol): 98%
- Proteins (including Apo B-48, Apo E, and Apo C-II): 1-2%
- Half-life: approximately 1 hour
Very-Low-Density Lipoprotein (VLDL) Metabolism
- Site of synthesis: liver
- Function: transport of endogenously synthesized lipids from the liver to peripheral tissues.
- Structure:
- Lipids (mainly triacylglycerol)
- Proteins (including Apo B-100, Apo E, and Apo C-II): 10%
- Half-life: 1-3 hours
Intermediate-Density Lipoprotein (IDL) Formation
- IDL forms from VLDL remnants due to lipoprotein lipase (LpL) action.
- This leads to a decrease in TAG and an increase in cholesterol.
- IDL can either be taken up by the liver via LDL receptors or converted into LDL.
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Explore the fascinating world of lipid transport and the structure of lipoproteins. This quiz covers the classification of lipoproteins, their components, and how they function in the body. Test your knowledge on key concepts related to lipid metabolism and transport mechanisms.
