Lipoprotein lipase and the disposition of dietary fatty acids.

Lipoprotein lipase (EC 3.1.1.34; LPL) is a key enzyme regulating the disposal of lipid fuels in the body. It is expressed in a number of peripheral tissues including adipose tissue, skeletal and cardiac muscle and mammary gland. Its role is to hydrolyse triacylglycerol (TG) circulating in the TG-ric...

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Main Authors: Fielding, B, Frayn, K
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: CAB International 1998