The names of lipoproteins are reflective of the amounts of lipid (less dense) in relation to protein (more dense). Match the lipoprotein to its definition and function.

1. Chylomicron
2. VLDL
3. LDL
4. HDL

a. A Formed in the blood from VLDL and are higher in cholesterol.
b. Produced in the small intestine and transport dietary fat into the bloodstream. (lowest density of protein.)
c. Released from the liver and move through the blood to carry cholesterol back to the liver. (highest protein density)
d. Produced primarily in the liver to transport triglycerides into the bloodstream.