Lipid Metabolism
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Lipid Metabolism

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What are biomolecules that are soluble in organic solvents like hexane and insoluble in water?

Lipids

Which type of lipids can be broken down into simpler molecules by hydrolysis?

  • Chylomicrons
  • Hydrolysable (correct)
  • Non-hydrolysable
  • VLDL
  • Cholesterol is a non-hydrolysable lipid.

    True

    HDL is also known as ______ cholesterol.

    <p>Good</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following lipoproteins with their descriptions:

    <p>VLDL = Secreted by the liver and export triglycerides to peripheral tissues LDL = Product of intravascular metabolism of triglyceride-rich lipoprotein, VLDL HDL = Protective lipoproteins participating in reverse cholesterol transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main types of lipids based on their hydrolysis properties?

    <p>Hydrolysable and non-hydrolysable lipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the products obtained upon hydrolysis of triglycerides?

    <p>Free fatty acid and glycerol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chylomicrons are primarily composed of ________.

    <p>triglycerides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    HDL is often referred to as 'good cholesterol'.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Lipid Metabolism

    • Lipids are biomolecules that are soluble in organic solvents like hexane and insoluble in water.
    • There are two types of lipids:
      • Hydrolysable: can be broken down into simpler molecules by hydrolysis through an enzyme (Lipoprotein lipase).
        • Examples: triglycerides, free fatty acid (FFA)
      • Non-hydrolysable: cannot be broken down into simpler molecules by hydrolysis.
        • Example: cholesterol, a steroid used for vitamin D production

    Lipoproteins

    • Lipoproteins are composed of protein and lipids.
    • Lipids cannot travel in the bloodstream on their own and need to be bound to proteins.
    • Structure of lipoproteins includes:
      • Triacylglycerol (another term for triglycerides)
      • Cholesteryl esters
      • Phospholipids (must be hydrophilic)
      • Free cholesterol
      • Apoproteins

    Types of Lipoproteins

    • Chylomicrons:
      • Largest lipoproteins
      • Primarily composed of triglycerides (80-90%)
      • Originate in the small intestine from exogenous dietary fat
      • Responsible for the transport of dietary lipids into circulation
    • Very Low-Density Lipoproteins (VLDL):
      • Secreted by the liver and export triglycerides to peripheral tissues
      • Composed primarily of triglycerides (50-70%)
      • Derived endogenously from the liver
    • Intermediate-Density Lipoproteins (IDL):
      • Intermediate in the catabolism of VLDL to LDL
      • Remnants of VLDL after depletion of triglycerides
      • Average cholesterol content: 30%
      • Average triglyceride content: 40%
    • Low-Density Lipoproteins (LDL):
      • Product of intravascular metabolism of triglyceride-rich lipoprotein, VLDL
      • Catabolized chiefly in hepatocytes and other cells by receptor-mediated endocytosis
      • Content is primarily cholesterol
    • High-Density Lipoproteins (HDL):
      • Protective lipoproteins
      • Participate in reverse cholesterol transport (tissue -> liver)

    Physiological Role of Plasma Lipoproteins

    • Transport lipids between tissues
    • Events in hemostasis:
      • Liberation: complex -> simple
      • Absorption: happens in small intestine (surface area increases)
      • Distribution: no organ involvement (blood is responsible)
      • Metabolism: liver
      • Excretion: kidney
      • Response: once reabsorb, returns to SC, antagonism; agonism

    Physiology of Handling Lipids

    • Liver: handles both exogenous and endogenous pathways
    • Outside liver: extrahepatic
    • Primary site of metabolism: liver
    • Primary site of absorption: small intestine

    Bile Acid Synthesis

    • Sources of cholesterol for bile acid synthesis:
      • Primary: De Novo cholesterol biosynthesis
      • Alternative: increased HDL, increased hepatic LDL receptors
    • Site: Liver (at night)

    Dyslipidemia

    • Refers to the condition of abnormal lipid levels in the bloodstream
    • A major risk factor for coronary heart disease
    • Also known as Hyperlipoproteinemia or Hyperlipemia

    Atherosclerosis

    • The process of forming atheromas, plaques in the inner lining of the arteries
    • May lead to coronary artery disease

    Coronary Artery Disease

    • A condition correlated with high plasma lipid levels of cholesterol and/or triacylglycerol-containing lipoprotein particles
    • Primary risk factors:
      • Hyperlipidemia
      • Hypertension
      • Smoking
      • Overweight
      • Sedentary lifestyle

    Lipid Metabolism

    • Lipids are biomolecules that are soluble in organic solvents like hexane and insoluble in water.
    • There are two types of lipids:
      • Hydrolysable: can be broken down into simpler molecules by hydrolysis through an enzyme (Lipoprotein lipase).
        • Examples: triglycerides, free fatty acid (FFA)
      • Non-hydrolysable: cannot be broken down into simpler molecules by hydrolysis.
        • Example: cholesterol, a steroid used for vitamin D production

    Lipoproteins

    • Lipoproteins are composed of protein and lipids.
    • Lipids cannot travel in the bloodstream on their own and need to be bound to proteins.
    • Structure of lipoproteins includes:
      • Triacylglycerol (another term for triglycerides)
      • Cholesteryl esters
      • Phospholipids (must be hydrophilic)
      • Free cholesterol
      • Apoproteins

    Types of Lipoproteins

    • Chylomicrons:
      • Largest lipoproteins
      • Primarily composed of triglycerides (80-90%)
      • Originate in the small intestine from exogenous dietary fat
      • Responsible for the transport of dietary lipids into circulation
    • Very Low-Density Lipoproteins (VLDL):
      • Secreted by the liver and export triglycerides to peripheral tissues
      • Composed primarily of triglycerides (50-70%)
      • Derived endogenously from the liver
    • Intermediate-Density Lipoproteins (IDL):
      • Intermediate in the catabolism of VLDL to LDL
      • Remnants of VLDL after depletion of triglycerides
      • Average cholesterol content: 30%
      • Average triglyceride content: 40%
    • Low-Density Lipoproteins (LDL):
      • Product of intravascular metabolism of triglyceride-rich lipoprotein, VLDL
      • Catabolized chiefly in hepatocytes and other cells by receptor-mediated endocytosis
      • Content is primarily cholesterol
    • High-Density Lipoproteins (HDL):
      • Protective lipoproteins
      • Participate in reverse cholesterol transport (tissue -> liver)

    Physiological Role of Plasma Lipoproteins

    • Transport lipids between tissues
    • Events in hemostasis:
      • Liberation: complex -> simple
      • Absorption: happens in small intestine (surface area increases)
      • Distribution: no organ involvement (blood is responsible)
      • Metabolism: liver
      • Excretion: kidney
      • Response: once reabsorb, returns to SC, antagonism; agonism

    Physiology of Handling Lipids

    • Liver: handles both exogenous and endogenous pathways
    • Outside liver: extrahepatic
    • Primary site of metabolism: liver
    • Primary site of absorption: small intestine

    Bile Acid Synthesis

    • Sources of cholesterol for bile acid synthesis:
      • Primary: De Novo cholesterol biosynthesis
      • Alternative: increased HDL, increased hepatic LDL receptors
    • Site: Liver (at night)

    Dyslipidemia

    • Refers to the condition of abnormal lipid levels in the bloodstream
    • A major risk factor for coronary heart disease
    • Also known as Hyperlipoproteinemia or Hyperlipemia

    Atherosclerosis

    • The process of forming atheromas, plaques in the inner lining of the arteries
    • May lead to coronary artery disease

    Coronary Artery Disease

    • A condition correlated with high plasma lipid levels of cholesterol and/or triacylglycerol-containing lipoprotein particles
    • Primary risk factors:
      • Hyperlipidemia
      • Hypertension
      • Smoking
      • Overweight
      • Sedentary lifestyle

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