Apolipoprotein B (ApoB) and Risk of Heart Disease
ApoB is an important component of lipoproteins that participate in the formation of atherosclerosis.
To help you understand the role of ApoB, I will start by briefly explaining the role of lipoproteins in atherosclerosis. I will then discuss the apolipoproteins and their different classes. Finally, I will explain the role of ApoB and how it can be used to assess the risk of heart disease.
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