Lipid metabolism — Flashcards

Which lipoprotein is formed by the degradation of VLDL and delivers TGs and cholesterol to the liver? _____

The oil red O and sudan black stains are useful for staining _____

Primary carnitine deficiency is characterized by muscle weakness and hypotonia, which is provoked by prolonged _____ (especially if fasting)

Enzyme Replacement Therapy for _____ disease requires replacement of IV Glucocerebrosidase

Refsum disease is a(n) autosomal recessive metabolic disorder caused by defective _____-oxidation

Fatty acids, from triglyceride breakdown, are broken down into acetyl CoA via the process of _____

Which vitamins are fat-soluble? _____

Hint: 4

The Peroxisome is unique in that it performs α-oxidation to break down _____

What is the purpose of converting cholesterol into cholesterol ester? _____

Fat-soluble deficiencies may occur with syndromes that cause _____ (e.g. cystic fibrosis and sprue)