[Effect of omega-3-fatty acids on lipoprotein metabolism. Different effects in various phenotypes].

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[Effect of omega-3-fatty acids on lipoprotein metabolism. Different effects in various phenotypes].

Fortschritte der Medizin - 20 Aug 1991

Singer P, Hüve J

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A review of the literature confirms a regular and significant lowering of serum triglycerides by omega-3 fatty acids. This effect is the more pronounced the higher the initial levels are. Accordingly, in type V hyperlipoproteinemia, it is particularly marked. In normolipemic subjects and in patie...

Topics

Fatty Acids, Omega-3
Humans
Hyperlipoproteinemia Type II
Hyperlipoproteinemia Type IV
Hyperlipoproteinemias
Lipids
Phenotype

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