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Apolipoprotein

Protein component of a lipoprotein particle.

Also: Apoprotein

Proteins embedded in lipoprotein particles that solubilize lipids, direct lipoprotein metabolism, and serve as ligands for receptors (e.g., ApoB-100 for LDL receptor, ApoE for remnant receptors, ApoC-II as cofactor for lipoprotein lipase).

How one textbook covers it

  • Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper) — Glossary

    Proteins embedded in lipoprotein particles that solubilize lipids, direct lipoprotein metabolism, and serve as ligands for receptors (e.g., ApoB-100 for LDL receptor, ApoE for remnant receptors, ApoC-II as cofactor for lipoprotein lipase).

Related terms

Chylomicron, Lipoproteins