Which lipoprotein is responsible for transporting cholesterol from peripheral tissues to the liver?

A LDL

B HDL performs reverse cholesterol transport back to the liver

C VLDL

D Chylomicrons

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

HDL: reverse cholesterol transport — picks up cholesterol from peripheral tissues and returns it to the liver for excretion. Higher HDL is protective against atherosclerosis.

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The correct answer to the question "Which lipoprotein is responsible for transporting cholesterol from peripheral tissues to the liver?" is Option B: HDL performs reverse cholesterol transport back to the liver.

The other options — A) LDL, C) VLDL, D) Chylomicrons — are incorrect for this USMLE Exam Prep question. As explained above: HDL: reverse cholesterol transport — picks up cholesterol from peripheral tissues and returns it to the liver for excretion. Higher HDL is protective against atherosclerosis.

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Which lipoprotein is responsible for transporting cholesterol from peripheral tissues to the liver?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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