The HDL Accomplishes Its Function in Reverse Cholesterol Transport in Two

question 50

Multiple Choice

The HDL accomplishes its function in reverse cholesterol transport in two ways.Choose the phrase that does NOT describe one of these.

• A)increased apoC-2 activity to reduce its triacylglycerol content
• B)increased activity of LCAT on vascular endothelial cells
• C)increased activity of transferring cholesterol to other lipoproteins
• D)using its apoE component to bind to LDL receptors

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Definitions:

Germinal Period

The period of prenatal development that takes place in the first two weeks after conception. It includes the creation of the zygote, continued cell division, and the attachment of the zygote to the uterine wall.

Ectoderm

The outermost layer of cells or tissue of an embryo in early development, giving rise to the skin and nervous system.

Prenatal Development

The progression of maturation and evolution inside the uterus from the moment of conception until the time of delivery.

Germinal

The initial stage of prenatal development that spans from conception to the first two weeks, characterized by rapid cell division and the establishment of the embryo.