Genetic epidemiology of low-density lipoprotein subclass phenotypes.

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Genetic epidemiology of low-density lipoprotein subclass phenotypes.

Annals of medicine - 1 Dec 1992

Austin M A

Abstract excerpt

Heterogeneity in LDL particles can be described by two distinct phenotypes in individual subjects, denoted A and B, based on gradient gel electrophoresis. Phenotype A is characterized by a predominance of large, buoyant LDL particles, while phenotype B is characterized by a predominance of small,...

Topics

Arteriosclerosis
Cholesterol, HDL
Coronary Disease
Electrophoresis, Polyacrylamide Gel
Female
Humans
Lipoproteins, LDL
Male
Phenotype
Risk Factors

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