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What has the author Kathleen L Wyne written?
Kathleen L. Wyne has written: 'Regulation of apolipoprotein E synthesis in rat ovarian granulosa cells'
What has the author Wesley D Leung written?
Wesley D. Leung has written: 'The role of apolipoprotein D in vascular smooth muscle cell migration'
What has the author Changiz Taghibiglou written?
Changiz Taghibiglou has written: 'Molecular mechanisms regulating the assembly and secretion of apolipoprotein B in hamster liver and its overproduction in insulin resistant states'
What does the medical abbreviation APO mean?
APO can be short for apolipoprotein or, in the British spelling, acute pulmonary oedema. It can also mean as per ordered.APO = Take medication with food. NPO means no food.
What combines with cholesterol to form LDLs?
Low-Density Lipoproteins (LDLs) are formed when cholesterol combines with proteins, phospholipids, and triglycerides. Specifically, apolipoprotein B-100 (ApoB-100) is the primary protein component that facilitates the transport of cholesterol and triglycerides in the bloodstream. This combination allows LDLs to deliver cholesterol to cells throughout the body, playing a crucial role in lipid metabolism.
Can I smoke apo b10?
Apo B10 refers to apolipoprotein B-100, a protein involved in lipid metabolism, and is not a substance meant for smoking. Smoking any kind of substance can be harmful to your health, and it’s important to be cautious about what you consume. If you meant something else by "apo b10," please clarify, but in general, smoking is not advisable for any non-tobacco products.
How frequent is the Apolipoprotein gene related to poor recovery from head injuries like concussions?
As you might be aware, it's rather difficult to attain enough brain tissue samples from surviving traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients in order to conduct a proper populations study. However, 30% of all TBI fatalities have been found to contain APP deposits. See link below.
What is billing code 83718?
Billing code 83718 refers to a specific procedure used in medical billing, primarily for the laboratory testing of lipoprotein fractions. This code is utilized for the measurement of apolipoprotein B (ApoB) levels in the blood, which is important for assessing cardiovascular risk. It falls under the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes used by healthcare providers to standardize billing and ensure proper reimbursement for services rendered.
Where is the milano gene located and how different isit from a normal gene?
The Milano gene is a variation of the gene that encodes for a protein called Apolipoprotein A-I. It is mainly found in individuals with a familial form of low HDL cholesterol levels. The difference lies in a single amino acid substitution in the protein sequence, resulting in functional changes and potential protective effects against cardiovascular disease.
How do you find out if you have apolipoprotein?
All people, and animals, have apolipoproteins. These are a family of proteins that perform many functions in your body. Most help carry fats throughout your bloodstream and are related to your cholesterol level. Some apolipoproteins have been linked to diseases, depending on the particular variant of protein. For example, apoE may be related to Alzheimer's dementia and apoA-I may be protective against heart disease. A doctor may be able to order a laboratory test to determine the variant of a certain protein you have. However, it may be expensive, unavailable or unnecessary.
Are there different types of lipid panels?
Yes, there are different types of lipid panels, primarily categorized as standard and advanced lipid panels. A standard lipid panel typically measures total cholesterol, LDL (low-density lipoprotein), HDL (high-density lipoprotein), and triglycerides. Advanced lipid panels may provide additional information, such as particle size and number, apolipoprotein levels, and other lipid-related markers, offering a more detailed assessment of cardiovascular risk. The choice of lipid panel depends on individual risk factors and clinical guidelines.
What do lipase in the large intestines do?
The chylomicrons are capable of transporting dietary triacyglycerols from the intestine to peripheral tissues. The liloprotein lipases can hydrolyze triacylglycerols. The remnants are then taken up by the liver with the aid of the apolipoprotein apoE and these remants are degraded in the liver.The very low density lipoprotein tansports triacyglycerols from the liver to peripheral tissues instead. When it is hydrolyzed by lipoprotein lipase, it loses the triacyglycerols and gets transformed into low density lipoproteins.
