What Mechanisms Occur in the Liver After Lipid Accumulation in Liver

question 7

Multiple Choice

What mechanisms occur in the liver after lipid accumulation in liver cells?

• A) Accumulation of lipids obstruct the common bile duct preventing flow of bile from the liver to the gallbladder
• B) Increased synthesis of triglycerides from fatty acids and decreased synthesis of apoproteins.
• C) Increased binding of lipids with apoproteins to form lipoproteins
• D) Increased conversion of fatty acids to phospholipids

---

Definitions:

Depressant

A class of drugs that reduce neural activity and slow down the functions of the body.

Hallucinogenic

Substances that cause alterations in perception, mood, consciousness, and thought, often inducing visions or experiences that seem real but are not.

Opiate Receptors

Specialized proteins located in the brain, spinal cord, and gastrointestinal tract that interact with opiate drugs and endogenous opioids to reduce pain and induce feelings of pleasure.

Activating Serotonin

The process of stimulating the release or action of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that contributes to feelings of well-being and happiness.