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Lipoprotein-X  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • An abnormal lipoprotein present in large amounts in patients with obstructive liver diseases such as INTRAHEPATIC CHOLESTASIS. LP-X derives from the reflux of BILE lipoproteins into the bloodstream. LP-X is a low-density lipoprotein rich in free CHOLESTEROL and PHOSPHOLIPIDS but poor in TRIGLYCERIDES; CHOLESTEROL ESTERS; and protein.

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Entry terms

  • Lipoprotein X

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-BQ425CG2-9

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