CLS Lipid Metabolism & Physiology

Question 1

What is the primary function of lipids in the body?

Accepted Answer

They store energy and form membranes

Answer

They produce insulin

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They break down proteins

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They regulate calcium

Question 2

Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down triglycerides?

Accepted Answer

Lipase

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Amylase

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Pepsin

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Trypsin

Question 3

What are HDL and LDL?

Accepted Answer

Cholesterol-carrying lipoproteins

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Hormones

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Lipid enzymes

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Immune proteins

Question 4

What is the role of the liver in lipid metabolism?

Accepted Answer

Synthesizes and regulates lipids

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Produces red blood cells

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Stores calcium

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Breaks down hemoglobin

Question 5

Which lipid is considered 'good cholesterol'?

Accepted Answer

HDL

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LDL

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Triglycerides

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Phospholipids

Question 6

What happens during beta-oxidation?

Accepted Answer

Fatty acid breakdown for energy

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Protein synthesis

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Cholesterol absorption

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Bile salt production

Question 7

Which condition is associated with elevated LDL levels?

Accepted Answer

Cardiovascular disease

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Anemia

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Osteoporosis

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Liver failure

Question 8

What are chylomicrons?

Accepted Answer

Lipid-transport particles

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Hormone molecules

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Digestive enzymes

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Calcium regulators

Question 9

What stimulates the release of bile from the gallbladder?

Accepted Answer

Cholecystokinin (CCK)

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Insulin

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Glucagon

Answer

Thyroxine