Chylomicron

Definition

Chylomicrons are microscopic particles of lipids coated with proteins that transport dietary fats from the intestines to other locations in the body. They are essential for the absorption and distribution of fat-soluble vitamins and triglycerides.

Related terms

Lipids:

Organic compounds that are fatty acids or their derivatives, insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents, serving as a major energy reserve.

Triglycerides:

A type of fat (lipid) found in your blood, stored in fat cells, and used by the body for energy when needed.

Fat: soluble vitamins - Vitamins A, D, E, and K that can be dissolved in fats and oils, absorbed along with fats in the diet, and stored in the body's fatty tissue