Question

Chylomicrons are associated with

• A. Digestion of fats
• B. Absorption of fats
• C. Digestion of proteins
• D. Absorption of proteins

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Absorption of fats

Chylomicron is a small fat globule composed of protein and lipid (fat). Chylomicrons are found in the blood and lymphatic fluid, where they serve to transport fat from its port of entry in the intestine to the liver and to adipose (fat) tissue. Chylomicrons are lipoprotein particles that consist of triglycerides (85–92%), phospholipids (6–12%), cholesterol (1–3%), and proteins (1–2%).