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What is the main function of cholesterol in the body?
What is the main function of cholesterol in the body?
- To serve as a component of cell membranes and steroid hormones (correct)
- To form chylomicrons for lipid transport
- To provide immediate energy to cells
- To break down triglycerides in the liver
Which lipoprotein is mainly responsible for removing excess cholesterol from tissues?
Which lipoprotein is mainly responsible for removing excess cholesterol from tissues?
- Chylomicrons
- LDL
- VLDL
- HDL (correct)
What is the primary role of VLDL in the body?
What is the primary role of VLDL in the body?
- To break down triglycerides in the intestines
- To remove excess cholesterol from tissues
- To provide stored energy to cells during fasting
- To carry dietary fats and cholesterol in the bloodstream (correct)
How do chylomicrons form in the body?
How do chylomicrons form in the body?
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How do chylomicrons get broken down in the body?
How do chylomicrons get broken down in the body?
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Where are chylomicron remnants cleared in the body?
Where are chylomicron remnants cleared in the body?
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How are VLDL remnants removed from the bloodstream?
How are VLDL remnants removed from the bloodstream?
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What happens when there is a genetic LDL receptor malfunction?
What happens when there is a genetic LDL receptor malfunction?
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What is the role of statins in cholesterol regulation?
What is the role of statins in cholesterol regulation?
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How do HDLs remove cholesterol from the body?
How do HDLs remove cholesterol from the body?
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