Question

Where in the human body is lipoprotein lipase (LPL) synthesized, and which hormone favors synthesis and release? What is the advantage of anchoring LPL to the walls of capillaries of specific tissues?

a) Synthesized in liver; Insulin; Increased accessibility to circulating lipoproteins
b) Synthesized in adipose tissue; Glucagon; Increased lipoprotein storage
c) Synthesized in pancreas; Leptin; Enhanced lipoprotein degradation
d) Synthesized in muscles; Growth hormone; Increased lipoprotein hydrolysis

Answer 1

Lipoprotein lipase (LPL) is synthesized in adipose tissue and is anchored to the walls of capillaries of specific tissues with the help of insulin. This allows for increased accessibility to circulating lipoproteins.

Step-by-step explanation:

Lipoprotein lipase (LPL) is synthesized in adipose tissue and is anchored to the walls of capillaries of specific tissues. The hormone that favors the synthesis and release of LPL is insulin. By anchoring LPL to the walls of capillaries, there is increased accessibility to circulating lipoproteins, allowing for the hydrolysis of lipids and uptake of fatty acids by the tissues.