Biochemistry Increased blood levels of cholesterol that are seen in hypothyroidism are most likely due to A Decreased calorigenesis B Decreased production of LDL receptor in liver and the thus decreased clearance by liver C Decreased production of LDL receptor in the adipose tissue and increases release of cholesterol from adipose tissues D Increased breakdown of lipoproteins releasing releasing cholesterol in circulation π‘ Explanation Increased blood levels of cholesterol that are seen in hypothyroidism are most likely due to β Correct Answer: C. Decreased production of LDL receptor in the adipose tissue and increases release of cholesterol from adipose tissues