The lipoprotein that carries fat from a meal just consumed to the liver is:
a. very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL).
b. low-density lipoprotein (LDL).
c. chylomicrons.
d. high-density lipoprotein (HDL).
Q. 2A high blood cholesterol level appears to be associated with the development of:
a. chronic kidney disease.
b. coronary heart disease.
c. Alzheimer's disease.
d. Addison's disease.
Q. 3A saturated fat that contains no cholesterol is:
a. butter.
b. coconut oil.
c. eggs.
d. fish.
Q. 4An important function of cholesterol is to:
a. form bile salts.
b. break down cell membranes.
c. metabolize carbohydrates.
d. produce vitamin A.
Q. 5The endogenous supply of cholesterol is synthesized mainly in the:
a. large intestine.
b. liver.
c. muscles.
d. pancreas.
Q. 6The maximum recommended daily intake of cholesterol is:
a. 100 mg.
b. 200 mg.
c. 300 mg.
d. 400 mg.
Q. 7Lipids are carried in the bloodstream in:
a. micelles.
b. glycolipids.
c. lecithin.
d. lipoproteins.
Q. 8The form of fatty acids in naturally occurring fats is generally:
a. trans.
b. polyunsaturated.
c. cis.
d. saturated.
Q. 9The effect of trans fatty acids on blood cholesterol is similar to that of:
a. cis fatty acids.
b. saturated fatty acids.
c. monounsaturated fatty acids.
d. polyunsaturated fatty acids.
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