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chylomicron

/ˌkaɪ.ləʊˈmaɪ.krɒn/

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noun

/ˌkaɪ.ləʊˈmaɪ.krɒn/C2formalscientific
  • ruМикроскопическая частица, состоящая в основном из триглицеридов, образующаяся в кишечнике во время пищеварения и отвечающая за транспортировку пищевых жиров через кровоток.

A microscopic particle composed primarily of triglycerides, formed in the intestines during digestion and responsible for transporting dietary fats through the bloodstream.

  1. Lipoprotein particleC2formalmedical

    A microscopic particle composed of triglycerides, cholesterol, and proteins, formed in the small intestine during fat digestion and transported via the lymphatic system into the bloodstream to deliver dietary lipids to tissues.

    ruХиломикрон

    • After a fatty meal, chylomicrons are released into the lymphatic system.
    • Chylomicrons carry dietary triglycerides to muscle and adipose tissue.
    • Elevated chylomicron levels can indicate a lipid metabolism disorder.
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