Meaning Apolipoprotein E
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Apolipoprotein E


A type of lipoprotein (a protein connected to a fat). Apolipoprotein E is abbreviated ApoE and the gene that encodes it is known as APOE. APOE is located on chromosome 19 in band 19q13.2. Lipoproteins are responsible for carrying cholesterol and other fats through the bloodstream as little packages and are essential for the normal breakdown of thes [..]
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Apolipoprotein E


(Or "apoE").   Has been studied for many years for its involvement in cardiovascular diseases.   It has only recently been found that one allele (gene factor) of the aopE gene (E4) i [..]
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Apolipoprotein E


refers to a protein that may help break down beta-amyloid. Individuals carrying a ApoE4 allele, are statistically more likely to develop Alzheimer
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Apolipoprotein E


A protein that may help break down amyloid. Individuals carrying the ApoE4 allele are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease.
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Apolipoprotein E


<biochemistry> An apolipoprotein found in VLDL, HDL, chylomicrons, and chylomicron remnants. Elevated in individuals with type III hyperlipoproteinaemia. (05 Mar 2000)
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