Apolipoprotein B-48
MESHD053283
A 241-kDa protein synthesized only in the INTESTINES. It serves as a structural protein of CHYLOMICRONS. Its exclusive association with chylomicron particles provides an indicator of intestinally derived lipoproteins in circulation. Apo B-48 is a shortened form of apo B-100 and lacks the LDL-receptor region.
Synonyms
- Apolipoprotein B 48
- Apo B-48
- Apo B 48
- ApoB-48
- ApoB 48
- ApoB48
- Apolipoprotein B, Chylomicron
- Apo B, Chylomicron
- Apoprotein B-48
- Apoprotein B 48
- Chylomicron Apo B
- Chylomicron Apolipoprotein B
- Apolipoprotein B48
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