Which of the following lipoproteins is responsible for transporting cholesterol from peripheral tissues to the liver for excretion?

A VLDL (Very-Low-Density Lipoprotein)
B LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein)
C HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein) ✓
D IDL (Intermediate-Density Lipoprotein)

Explanation

HDL is responsible for reverse cholesterol transport, where it carries excess cholesterol from peripheral tissues to the liver for excretion, thereby playing a protective role against atherosclerosis.

Source

Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology
Metabolic and Nutritional Disorders Lipid Metabolism Lipoproteins and Cholesterol Transport Easy MEDICAL Confidence: high