Question

The type of lipoprotein derived from very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDL) as triglycerides are removed and broken down; composed primarily of cholesterol.

a) LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein)
b) HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein)
c) IDL (Intermediate-Density Lipoprotein)
d) VLDL (Very-Low-Density Lipoprotein)

Answer 1

The lipoprotein derived from VLDL as triglycerides are removed and broken down, composed primarily of cholesterol is LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein).

Step-by-step explanation:

The lipoprotein derived from very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDL) as triglycerides are removed and broken down, and composed primarily of cholesterol is LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein). LDLs carry cholesterol from the liver to tissues throughout the body. They contain a small amount of triglycerides and over 50% cholesterol and cholesterol esters. Excess cholesterol from LDL can contribute to the formation of arterial plaques.