11 Questions
Which lipid function involves serving as energy stores?
Energy storage
What is the main defining characteristic of lipids based on solubility?
Hydrophobic
What is the clinical manifestation of prolonged hyperlipidaemia?
Atheromatous plaques in arterial walls
What causes atherosclerosis in individuals with lipid disorders?
Fibrous tissue formation
Which small lipoproteins are considered atherogenic and contribute to lipid disorders?
IDL and LDL
What is the main consequence of lipid accumulation in subcutaneous tissue?
Xanthomatosis
Which lipid fraction is associated with eruptive xanthomata?
VLDL
Where do tendinous xanthomata typically occur in familial hypercholesterolaemia?
Achilles tendons
What lipid fraction is associated with xanthelasma?
LDL
Where does corneal arcus typically present in relation to age?
30-40 years
What plasma lipid concentration must fall to normal for eruptive xanthomata to disappear?
VLDL
Explore the diverse functions and chemistry of lipids, focusing on their water insolubility, role in biological membranes, energy storage, and involvement in signaling events.
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