Lipoprotein Metabolism Functions Quiz
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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?

  • Chylomicrons
  • LDL
  • VLDL
  • HDL (correct)

    • 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?

    <p>Through the action of bile salts on dietary fats (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do chylomicrons get broken down in the body?

    <p>By lipoprotein lipase cleaving triglycerides (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are chylomicron remnants cleared in the body?

    <p>Liver (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are VLDL remnants removed from the bloodstream?

    <p>By LDL receptors in the liver (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when there is a genetic LDL receptor malfunction?

    <p>High levels of LDL (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of statins in cholesterol regulation?

    <p>Reduce endogenous cholesterol production (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do HDLs remove cholesterol from the body?

    <p>By interacting with cell macrophages (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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