The primary function of lipoprotein lipase is to:
A)convert nonessential fatty acids into essential fatty acids.
B)transport lipids through the blood.
C)convert cis fatty acids into trans fatty acids.
D)help clear triglycerides from circulating lipoproteins in the blood.

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Lipoprotein lipase (LPL) is an enzyme that is present in tissues that utilize or store fatty acids. Its primary function is to break down triglycerides in circulating lipoproteins (such as chylomicrons and VLDL) into free fatty acids and glycerol, which can then be utilized or stored for energy. As a result, LPL helps to clear triglycerides from circulating lipoproteins in the blood.

The Primary Function of Lipoprotein Lipase Is To