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Lipoproteins Flashcards

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Define the function of lipoproteins

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Transport vehicles for lipids in the circulation and plasma membrane and play a role in lipid metabolism

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Explain the structure of lipoproteins

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What is the c,assimilation of lipoproteins

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Fat content classification protein content classification

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4
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What are the types of lipoproteins

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Chylomicrons
VLDL
LDL
HDL

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5
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Which lipoproteins are triacylglycerol transporters

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Chylomicrons
VLDL

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6
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Explain Chylomicrons

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Transports exogenous TAGs from intestine to muscle and adipose tissue

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7
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Explain VLDL

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Transports endogenous TAG from liver to muscle and adipose tissue

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8
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Which lipoproteins transport cholesterol

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LDL
HDL

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9
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Explain LDL

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Transport cholesterol from the liver to the peripheral tissue

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10
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Explain HDL

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Transport cholesterol from peripheral tissues to the liver

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