APOE has various meanings in the Human genome category. Discover the full forms, definitions, and usage contexts of APOE in Human genome.
Apolipoprotein E is a class of apolipoprotein found in the chylomicron and Intermediate-density lipoprotein that is essential for the normal catabolism of triglyceride-rich lipoprotein constituents. In peripheral tissues, ApoE is primarily produced by the liver and macrophages, and mediates cholesterol metabolism in an isoform-dependent manner.
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