Chylomicron remnant
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Historical Perspective
Classification
Biochemistry
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Biochemistry
Structure
| Lipoprotein | Density | Size | % Protein | % Cholesterol | % Triglyceride | Major Lipid | Apolipoprotein |
| Chylomicron Remnant |
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Chylomicron Remnant Receptors
Enzymes Associated with Chylomicron Remnant
References
Physiology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Once triglyceride stores are distributed, the chylomicron returns APOC2 to the HDL (but keeps APOE) and thus, becomes a chylomicron remnant. APOB48 and APOE are important to identify the chylomicron remnant in the liver for endocytosis and breakdown.
References
Clinical Correlation
Clinical Correlation
Epidemiology and Demographics | Pathophysiology | Causes | Prognosis and Complications
Epidemiology and Demographics | Pathophysiology | Causes | Prognosis and Complications
Treatment
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Landmark Trials | Future or Investigational Therapies
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