High density lipoproteins and atherosclerosis: emerging aspects
High density lipoproteins (HDL) promote the efflux of excess cholesterol from peripheral tissues to the liver for excretion. This ability is responsible for the most relevant anti-atherogenic effect of HDL. The ability of HDL to promote cholesterol efflux results also in the modulation of a series o...
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| Format: | Online |
| Language: | English |
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Science Press
2012
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| Online Access: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3545258/ |