Anderson's disease results in the failure to secrete large particles called chylomicrons. Which organelle is most likely affected?
A) Nucleus
B) Lysosome
C) Vesicles
D) Mitochondrion

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Chylomicrons are lipoprotein particles that are assembled in the endoplasmic reticulum, modified in the Golgi apparatus, and then transported by vesicles to the cell surface for secretion. Thus, the failure to secrete chylomicrons suggests a dysfunction in the vesicle transport system.

Anderson's Disease Results in the Failure to Secrete Large Particles