Lecture 13 Part 2 - MC Flashcards
What is the primary function of VLDL?
A) To convert glucose into energy
B) To deliver endogenously generated lipids to peripheral tissues
C) To absorb vitamins and minerals
D) To produce proteins
B
What happens to VLDL after it delivers its triglyceride content?
A) It becomes HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein)
B) It becomes IDL (Intermediate-Density Lipoprotein)
C) It is excreted from the body
D) It returns to the liver
B
Which lipoprotein is often referred to as ‘bad cholesterol’?
A) HDL
B) IDL
C) LDL
D) VLDL
C
Where are LDL receptors found?
A) In the liver only
B) In peripheral tissues only
C) In all tissues including the liver
D) In the small intestine
C
What is the main function of LDL?
A) To store excess glucose
B) To deliver cholesterol to peripheral tissues
C) To break down amino acids
D) To produce bile
B
What dietary component is associated with increased production of VLDL in the liver?
A) Protein
B) Unsaturated fats
C) Sugar, particularly fructose
D) Fiber
C
What does nascent VLDL receive from HDL?
A) Cholesterol and phospholipids
B) ApoCII and ApoE
C) Triglycerides and cholesterol
D) Phospholipids and bile acids
B
Why is LDL often considered detrimental to cardiovascular health?
A) It donates protein to cells
B) It helps in the synthesis of bile
C) It is associated with the accumulation of plaque on arterial walls
D) It removes toxins from the liver
C