Which of the following is NOT a function of low-density-lipoproteins (LDLs)?
A) transport cholesterol from the peripheral tissues to the liver
B) make cholesterol available to tissue cells for membrane formation
C) make cholesterol available to tissue cells for hormone synthesis
D) assist in the storage of cholesterol when supply exceeds demand

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Low-density lipoproteins (LDLs) primarily transport cholesterol from the liver to the peripheral tissues, not from the peripheral tissues to the liver. This function is mainly attributed to high-density lipoproteins (HDLs).

Which of the Following Is NOT a Function of Low-Density-Lipoproteins