lipoprotein particle, main function Flashcards
1
Q
chylomicron
A
transport of dietary TAGs to adipocytes and peripheral tissues
chylomicron remnant transport remaining cholesterol to liver where it is endocytosed
2
Q
very low density lipoprotein
A
transport of TAGs to adipocytes and peripheral tissues
3
Q
intermediate density
A
conversion to LDLs
return unused TAGs, Ch, and CE to liver
4
Q
low density lipoprotein
A
transport of Ch and CE to peripheral tissue
5
Q
high density lipoprotein
A
reverse transport of Ch and CE to liver
