Lipid metabolism — Flashcards

What is the precursor molecule of thromboxane A2?_____

What is the main component of LDLs?_____

Which lipoproteins (2) carry the most cholesterol? _____

In adipose tissue, triglycerides are broken down into glycerol and fatty acids by the enzyme _____

What substrate accumulates in the lysosomes of a patient with Gaucher disease? _____

What form of estrogen is produced in the ovary?_____

Apoprotein E may be found on every lipoprotein except _____

The main component of chylomicrons is _____

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

All steroid hormones are derivatives of _____