Essential Biochemistry - Lipid Metabolism (Section 8 - No. 33)
What is the role of LCAT (Lecithin-cholesterol acyltransferase)?
Esterification of cholesterol in HDL
Hydrolysis of cholesterol esters in LDL
Synthesis of cholesterol from acetyl-CoA
Breakdown of cholesterol in the liver
Explanation
LCAT esterifies cholesterol in HDL, forming cholesterol esters.
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