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MiR-9 reduces human acyl-coenzyme A:cholesterol acyltransferase-1 to decrease THP-1 macrophage-derived foam cell formation
13 Sept 2013
Abstract excerpt
MicroRNAs (miRNAs) post-transcriptionally regulate gene expression by targeting mRNAs and control a wide range of biological functions. Recent studies have indicated that miRNAs can regulate lipid and cholesterol metabolism in mammals. Acyl-coenzyme A:cholesterol acyltransferase (ACAT) is a key enzyme in cellular cholesterol metabolism. The accumulated cholesteryl esters are mainly synthesized by ACAT1 during the...
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