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What is the primary function of LDL particles?
What is the primary function of LDL particles?
- To transport triglycerides throughout the body
- To form a protective layer around arteries
- To provide cholesterol to the peripheral tissues (correct)
- To regulate the synthesis of HMG CoA reductase
Which apolipoprotein is found in LDL particles?
Which apolipoprotein is found in LDL particles?
- Apo-C
- Apo-E
- Apo-B100 (correct)
- Apo-B48
What happens when cells with active LDL pathway release cholesterol?
What happens when cells with active LDL pathway release cholesterol?
- It enhances the uptake of cholesterol from plasma LDL
- It stimulates the formation of HMG CoA reductase
- It inhibits the de novo synthesis of cholesterol (correct)
- It reduces the concentration of LDL receptors
How are high LDL levels clinically associated with atherosclerosis?
How are high LDL levels clinically associated with atherosclerosis?
Which factor can cause high LDL levels?
Which factor can cause high LDL levels?
How is the uptake of additional cholesterol from plasma LDL regulated in cells?
How is the uptake of additional cholesterol from plasma LDL regulated in cells?
Which apolipoprotein is required for the receptor-mediated endocytosis of chylomicron remnants?
Which apolipoprotein is required for the receptor-mediated endocytosis of chylomicron remnants?
What is the primary composition of HDL particles?
What is the primary composition of HDL particles?
Which enzyme esterifies cholesterol taken up by HDL particles?
Which enzyme esterifies cholesterol taken up by HDL particles?
Which lipoprotein is an activator of lipoprotein lipase (LPL)?
Which lipoprotein is an activator of lipoprotein lipase (LPL)?
What is the main function of HDL particles in cholesterol metabolism?
What is the main function of HDL particles in cholesterol metabolism?
Which apolipoprotein is synthesized and secreted by the liver and activates LCAT?
Which apolipoprotein is synthesized and secreted by the liver and activates LCAT?
What is the main function of HDL particles in the reverse cholesterol transport process?
What is the main function of HDL particles in the reverse cholesterol transport process?
Which of the following components is NOT found in non-HDL cholesterol?
Which of the following components is NOT found in non-HDL cholesterol?
What is the significance of a high LDL/HDL ratio in relation to atherosclerosis?
What is the significance of a high LDL/HDL ratio in relation to atherosclerosis?
What role do LDL particles play in regulating cholesterol content within cells?
What role do LDL particles play in regulating cholesterol content within cells?
Which apolipoprotein primarily constitutes the structure of LDL particles?
Which apolipoprotein primarily constitutes the structure of LDL particles?
How does the reverse cholesterol transport process affect plasma HDL concentration in relation to atherosclerosis?
How does the reverse cholesterol transport process affect plasma HDL concentration in relation to atherosclerosis?
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