1. In the liver, chylomicron particles release triglycerides and some cholesterol. 2. The hydrolyzed chylomicrons are now called " chylomicron remnants ". 3. The hydrolyzed chylomicrons are now called " chylomicron remnants ". 4. The chylomicron at this stage is then considered mature. 5. Once in the blood, chylomicrons are subject to delipidation by lipoprotein lipase. 6. These chylomicrons are then secreted into the lymphatics and circulated to the liver. 7. Dietary fats are packaged by intestine into triglyceride-rich lipoproteins called chylomicrons . 8. From this breakdown, smaller particles of emulsified fats called chylomicrons are produced. 9. The thoracic duct empties the chylomicrons into the bloodstream via the left subclavian vein. 10. Low levels of plasma chylomicron are also characteristic.
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