Apolipoprotein B
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- Biophysics Apolipoprotein B is conformationally flexible but anchored at a triolein/water interface: A possible model for lipoprotein surfaces ( adiposomes | oil bodies | protein stabilization of fat droplets | surface activity | surface elasticity ) Libo Wang, Mary T.
- Apolipoprotein B is a calcium binding protein.
- The NH2-terminal region of apolipoprotein B is sufficient for lipoprotein association with glycosaminoglycans.
- Apolipoprotein B is a ligand for the LDL receptor and elevated levels are associated with premature atherosclerosis.
- Comments FUNCTION: Apolipoprotein B is a major protein constituent of chylomicrons, VLDL and LDL.
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