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Transports cholesterol from lipid-laden foam cells to the liver.
Cardio Protective. |
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| Combination of glycerol and free fatty acids |
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| An enzyme responsible for catabolism of chylomicrons and lipoproteins. It is activated by apolipoprotein C-II. |
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| An enzyme responsible for catabolism of chylomicrons and lipoproteins |
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| LCAT: Lecithin cholesterol acyltransferase |
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| Enzyme responsible for esterification of free cholesterol in the formation of HDL |
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| ACAT: Acetyl coenzyme A: cholesterol transferase |
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| An enzyme that facilitates the cholesterol storage in cells. |
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| What are the major risk factors for coronary heart disease? |
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Smoking
Family History
Low HDL
Age
HTN
Diabetes |
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