BIO NMDCAT Conjugated molecules
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83. The major lipoprotein particle responsible for removing cholesterol from dying cells and returning it to the liver is

A. Chylomicron remnants
B. High-density lipoprotein (HDL)
C. Very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL)
D. Intermediate-density lipoprotein (IDL)

📝 Explanation

HDL acts as a vascular scavenger, picking up free cholesterol from peripheral tissues and transporting it back to hepatic tissues.

📖 Additional Information

  • Chylomicron remnants
  • High-density lipoprotein (HDL)
  • Very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL)
  • Intermediate-density lipoprotein (IDL)

HDL acts as a vascular scavenger, picking up free cholesterol from peripheral tissues and transporting it back to hepatic tissues.

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