very low density lipoprotein (VLDL)
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Function
- VLDL matures in the periphery, eventually forming LDL
- some VLDL may be removed via VLDL receptors
- Apo C2 present in VLDL stimulates activation of lipoprotein lipase
- Apo C exchanges with HDL in the maturation process
Expression
- VLDL is synthesized & released by the liver with synthesis closely related to energy availability, without regard to calorie source
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References
- ↑ Tietz Textbook of Clinical Chemistry, 2nd ed. Burtis CA & Ashwood ER (eds), WB Saunders Co, Philadelphia PA, 1993, pg 1025