Lipid metabolism — Flashcards

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

Apoprotein E may be found on every lipoprotein except _____

All steroid hormones are derivatives of _____

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

What form of estrogen is produced in the ovary?_____

Where in the cell does cholesterol synthesis occur?_____

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

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