Question

Which of the following lipoproteins transports dietary triglycerides from intestine to tissues?

• A. VLDL
• B. LDL
• C. HDL
• D. Chylomicrons

Hint:

Chylomicrons carry dietary triglycerides from intestine to tissues.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Concept:
Lipoproteins transport lipids in blood because lipids are not freely soluble in plasma.

Step 1: Understanding dietary triglycerides.
Dietary triglycerides are fats obtained from food. They are absorbed in the intestine.

Step 2: Formation of chylomicrons.
After absorption, dietary triglycerides are packed into chylomicrons in intestinal cells.

Step 3: Function of chylomicrons.
Chylomicrons transport dietary triglycerides from the intestine to peripheral tissues such as adipose tissue and muscle.

Step 4: Checking other lipoproteins.
VLDL transports endogenous triglycerides from liver.
LDL transports cholesterol to tissues.
HDL transports cholesterol from tissues to liver.
Chylomicrons transport dietary triglycerides. \[ \boxed{\text{Chylomicrons}} \]