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belka [17]
2 years ago
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Which lipoprotein carries cholesterol to the cells in your body, but can get stuck in arteries while traveling in the blood, dep

ositing cholesterol that eventually leads to plaque formation?.
Biology
1 answer:
Viktor [21]2 years ago
5 0

LDL (low-density lipoprotein) carry cholesterol from the liver to the tissues and can contribute to the formation of plaque that builds up in the arteries.

<h3>What are lipids?</h3>

Lipids are soluble in fat and to circulate in the blood, which is an aqueous medium, they form lipoprotein complexes called lipoproteins, these constitute a transport medium and circulating reservoir for lipids.

<h3>Characteristics of LDL (low-density lipoprotein)</h3>

  • Low-density lipoproteins, composed of 50% triglycerides, are the ones that transport the lipids synthesized in the liver to other parts of the body.

  • LDL, composed mainly of cholesterol, when in excess, also deposits it on the walls of the arteries, contributing to the formation of plaque.

Therefore, we can conclude that excess LDL (low-density lipoprotein) poses a health risk because it facilitates the accumulation of fat in the arteries.

Learn more about lipoproteins here: brainly.com/question/16170788

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