Which statement(s) about lipases is/are TRUE?
1. Intestinal lipases break down lipids in micelles found in the small intestine.
2. Hormone-sensitive lipase is located primarily in hepatocytes.
3. Lipoprotein lipase is activated in capillaries by apoC-II.
4. Lipoprotein lipase delivers free fatty acids to peripheral tissues.

Question

Which statement(s) about lipases is/are TRUE?
1.  Intestinal lipases break down lipids in micelles found in the small intestine. 
2.  Hormone-sensitive lipase is located primarily in hepatocytes. 
3.  Lipoprotein lipase is activated in capillaries by apoC-II. 
4.  Lipoprotein lipase delivers free fatty acids to peripheral tissues.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

1. Intestinal lipases indeed break down lipids in micelles within the small intestine, facilitating their absorption. 3. Lipoprotein lipase is activated by apoC-II, a component of chylomicrons and VLDL, in the capillary beds. 4. Lipoprotein lipase's role includes hydrolyzing triglycerides in lipoproteins into free fatty acids, which are then delivered to peripheral tissues for energy or storage.

Which Statement(s) About Lipases Is/are TRUE