Which of the following statements about High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) is false?
Correct Answer: HDL increases oxidation of LDL
Description: HIGH-DENSITY LIPOPROTEIN (HDL)High-density lipoproteins transpo cholesterol from peripheral tissues to the liver. The major apoproteins in HDL are Apo-A1, with some Apo-A2, Apo-C and Apo-E. HDL serves as a plasma reservoir of Apo-C and Apo-E which can be transferred to VLDL and chylomicrons and backClinical Significance of HDL The level of HDL in serum is inversely related to the incidence of myocardial infarction. As it is "antiatherogenic" or "protective" in nature, HDL is known as "good cholesterol" in common parlance (Fig. 12.14). It is convenient to remember that "H" in HDL stands for "Healthy". HDL level below 35 mg/dl increases the risk, while level above 60 mg/dl protects the person from coronary aery diseases.Ref: DM Vasudevan - Textbook of Biochemistry, 6th edition, page no: 155-157
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