Select the name of the lipoprotein that correctly matches each function. Major carrier of cholesterol in blood (liver ? peripheral tissues) HDL Produced in the liver from triacylglycerols. Deliver synthesized lipids to tissues for storage. VLDL Highest protein content (tissues ? liver) LDL 98-99% lipid, mostly triacylglycerol, droplets of fat, assembled in intestine Chylomicrons
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