When the body is deprived of food,which enzyme hydrolyzes triglycerides so that their parts enter general circulation and are available to other cells?
A) Lipoprotein lipase
B) Adipose lipase
C) Lingual lipase
D) Hormone-sensitive lipase
E) Pancreatic lipase

Question

When the body is deprived of food,which enzyme hydrolyzes triglycerides so that their parts enter general circulation and are available to other cells? 
A) Lipoprotein lipase 
B) Adipose lipase 
C) Lingual lipase 
D) Hormone-sensitive lipase 
E) Pancreatic lipase

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When the body is deprived of food, hormone-sensitive lipase is responsible for hydrolyzing triglycerides in adipocytes (fat cells) into free fatty acids and glycerol, which enter the general circulation and can be utilized by other cells for energy. Lipoprotein lipase is involved in breaking down circulating lipoproteins for the uptake of fatty acids by tissues, but not directly involved in the breakdown of adipose triglycerides during fasting. Adipose lipase is another name for hormone-sensitive lipase, so it is not a separate answer choice. Lingual lipase is secreted in the mouth and plays a role in digesting dietary fats. Pancreatic lipase is produced by the pancreas and breaks down fats in the small intestine during digestion.

When the Body Is Deprived of Food,which Enzyme Hydrolyzes Triglycerides