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20. The interaction between high-density lipoproteins (HDL) and peripheral tissue cells is medically beneficial because HDL

A. Deposits cholesterol into arterial walls
B. Transports excess cholesterol back to the liver for excretion
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C. Synthesizes novel fatty acid chains from glucose
D. Stores triacylglycerols inside adipocytes

📝 Explanation

HDL participates in reverse cholesterol transport, clearing excess lipids from blood vessels and carrying them back to the hepatic tissue.

📖 Additional Information

  • Deposits cholesterol into arterial walls
  • Transports excess cholesterol back to the liver for excretion
  • Synthesizes novel fatty acid chains from glucose
  • Stores triacylglycerols inside adipocytes

HDL participates in reverse cholesterol transport, clearing excess lipids from blood vessels and carrying them back to the hepatic tissue.

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