Energy metabolism · Physiology

The primary energy substrate transported from the intestine to the liver after fat digestion is:

  1. Free fatty acids carried directly in portal blood
  2. Chylomicron triglycerides via lymphatics
  3. Ketone bodies
  4. Glycerol bound to circulating serum albumin
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Correct answer: Chylomicron triglycerides via lymphatics

Dietary fats are packaged into chylomicrons and transported via lymphatics. They enter systemic circulation before reaching the liver.

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