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31. The function of chylomicrons synthesized by the mucosal cells of the small intestine is to transport

A. Dietary lipids via the lymphatic and circulatory systems
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B. Nuclear DNA from enterocytes to leukocytes
C. Glycogen directly to the skeletal muscle tissues
D. Heavy metal ions out of the digestive tract

📝 Explanation

Chylomicrons are large lipoproteins that absorb and transport dietary triacylglycerols and cholesterol from the intestines into lacteals.

📖 Additional Information

  • Dietary lipids via the lymphatic and circulatory systems
  • Nuclear DNA from enterocytes to leukocytes
  • Glycogen directly to the skeletal muscle tissues
  • Heavy metal ions out of the digestive tract

Chylomicrons are large lipoproteins that absorb and transport dietary triacylglycerols and cholesterol from the intestines into lacteals.

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