- All of the following statements about LDL are true except
a) It delivers cholesterol to cells
b) It contains only one apo-protein
c) It is a marker for cardiovascular disease
d) It contains Apo-B4
Explanation:
LDL particles contain much less triacylglycerol than their VLDL predecessors, and have high concentration of cholesterol and cholesteryl ester. LDL is a marker for cardiovascular disease.
The primary function of LDL particles is to provide cholesterol to the peripheral tissues or return it to the liver.
Apo-lipoprotein B-100 is associated with LDL.
Answer: It contains Apo-B4
Ref: Harper 30th Ed. Page-