ribosomes
Chylomicrons transport dietary lipids, such as triglycerides, while very low-density lipoproteins (VLDL) transport endogenously synthesized lipids, also mainly triglycerides from the liver.
Chylomicrons are typically cleared from the blood within 12-14 hours after a meal. During this time, they are broken down in the bloodstream by lipoprotein lipase into free fatty acids and glycerol for energy use by the body or storage.
Chylomicrons
lymphatic system
aldosterone
remove triglycerides from chylomicrons in the blood
Chylomicrons
They contain about 7% cholesterol
Lipids as chylomicrons.
Oil Red O stain is useful for visualizing chylomicrons in tissues, as it stains lipids red and helps in their identification under a microscope.
Chylomicrons are large particles that transport dietary lipids from the intestines to tissues. They are not typically present in plasma, but instead travel through the lymphatic system before entering the bloodstream via the thoracic duct. Once in circulation, chylomicrons deliver triglycerides to tissues for energy or storage.