The cellular uptake of cholesterol depends on:
A) active mediated transport.
B) the antiport system.
C) receptor-mediated endocytosis.
D) passive transport.

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Cholesterol is taken up by cells through receptor-mediated endocytosis, which involves binding of cholesterol to specific proteins (such as LDL receptor) on the cell surface and subsequent internalization of the complex into the cell by invagination of the plasma membrane to form a vesicle. This process is a highly regulated and energy-dependent mechanism that allows cells to control their cholesterol uptake and maintain cholesterol homeostasis.

The Cellular Uptake of Cholesterol Depends On