VLDL receptor
VLDL Receptor
The VLDL receptor (pronounced as V-L-D-L receptor), also known as Very Low-Density Lipoprotein receptor, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the VLDLR gene.
Etymology
The term "VLDL receptor" is derived from the abbreviation of Very Low-Density Lipoprotein receptor. The term "lipoprotein" is a combination of "lipid" and "protein", indicating the receptor's role in lipid metabolism.
Function
The VLDL receptor is a cell surface protein that is an essential component in the process of lipid metabolism. It binds to Very Low-Density Lipoprotein (VLDL) and mediates the uptake of triglycerides into cells. This receptor is crucial for the regulation of cholesterol levels in the body.
Related Terms
- Lipoprotein: A biochemical assembly that contains both proteins and lipids, bound to the proteins, which allow fats to move through the water inside and outside cells.
- Triglycerides: A type of fat (lipid) found in your blood.
- Cholesterol: A waxy, fat-like substance that's found in all the cells in your body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on VLDL receptor
- Wikipedia's article - VLDL receptor
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