Which of the Following Roles Does the Liver Play in Lipoprotein

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following roles does the liver play in lipoprotein metabolism?

• A)production of chylomicrons
• B)uptake of VLDL
• C)production of LDL
• D)uptake of HDL
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Enzyme

A complex chemical substance produced by the body, found primarily in the digestive juices, that acts upon food substances to break them down for absorption.

Plaque

A sticky deposit on teeth in which bacteria proliferate, or a substance that accumulates in the arteries leading to atherosclerosis; can also refer to an ornamental plate or tablet.

Cholesterol Levels

Measurements of the total amount of cholesterol in the blood, including HDL (good) cholesterol and LDL (bad) cholesterol, important for assessing heart disease risk.

Arteries

Blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body's tissues.