Lipid metabolism — Flashcards

What is the main component of LDLs?_____

The triglycerides inside the VLDL are broken down into _____ by lipoprotein lipase in the vicinity of the adipocytes (or peripheral tissue)

The rate-limiting step of bile acid synthesis is catalyzed by the enzyme _____

Apoprotein E may be found on every lipoprotein except _____

Which lipoprotein is secreted by intestinal epithelial cells and delivers dietary TGs to peripheral tissue? _____

Once in the vicinity of the liver, the IDL may directly bind a _____ receptor via apoprotein B-100

What form of estrogen is produced in the ovary?_____

All steroid hormones are derivatives of _____

Oxidized LDL has a defect in its single apoB-100 and is no longer recognized; consequently, it is consumed by _____

_____ is an intermediate of cholesterol synthesis that is important for N glycosylation of proteins