Biochemistry – Question 7
Dietary triglycerides are transported by
a) Chylomicrons
b) VLDL
c) LDL
d) HDL
Answer and Explanation
a) Chylomicrons
Dietary triglycerides are transported as part of lipoprotein particles called chylomicrons.
Triglycerides synthesized in the liver are transported as part of lipoprotein particles called very low density lipoproteins or VLDLs.
Important point:
Apo-B is essential for chylomicron and VLDL formation.
Ref: Harper’s Illustrated Biochemistry, 31st Edition and Page-238
