Chylomicrons
Description
Chylomicrons are a type of Lipoprotein.
Composition of Chylomicrons
83% Triglycerides
8% Cholesterol
7% Phospholipids
2% Proteins (Apoproteins):
0.4% Apoprotein (b) (ApoB)
Biological Functions of Chylomicrons
Metabolism
Chylomicrons are formed by the Lacteal Glands in the Villi of the Intestine - their function is to transport Lipids (in the form of Chyle) through the Lymph Vessels to a large Vein near the Heart where their contents are transferred to other Lipoproteins for further transport through the Bloodstream.
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