9. Lipoproteins- Definition, classification, characteristics and functions

Lipoproteins
1. Chylomicrons
2. VLDL
3. IDL
4. LDL
5. HDL
6. FFA-Albumin

Classification
based on density and electrophoretic mobility

Important features
Density
Protein content
Lipid content
Apoproteins

Functions

1. Chylomicrons- transport of exogenous TG
2. VLDL- transport of endogenous TG
3. LDL- transport cholesterol from liver to muscle and adipose tissue
4. HDL- transport cholesterol from peripheral tissues to liver

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