Lipid metabolism — Flashcards

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

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

Which lipoproteins (2) carry the most cholesterol? _____

Apoprotein E may be found on every lipoprotein except _____

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

Which adrenal cortex deficiency results in shunting towards the aldosterone synthesis pathway?_____

What are the two major ketone bodies produced in a type 1 diabetic patient?_____

Which organ is responsible for the import and export of lipoproteins?_____

Which lipid transport enzyme is responsible for the degradation of remaining triglycerides in IDLs? _____

Where in the cell does cholesterol synthesis occur?_____