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Which of the following are components of lipid rafts in plasma membrane?
(A) Cholesterol
(B) Sphingolipids
(C) Glycolipids
(D) Phospholipids
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Consider the specific lipid components that contribute to the structure and function of lipid rafts.
Updated On: Feb 11, 2026
  • (A) and (B) only
  • (A) and (C) only
  • (B) and (C) only
  • (C) and (D) only
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Lipid rafts are specific plasma membrane microdomains, rich in cholesterol and sphingolipids. They are crucial for cellular signaling, protein sorting, and trafficking. These regions are more ordered and densely packed than the surrounding membrane, yet maintain fluidity.

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