Human Apolipoprotein A-1 molecule
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Human Apolipoprotein A-1 molecule
Human Apolipoprotein A-1 molecule. Molecular model showing the structure of a high-density lipoprotein (HDL) known as an apolipoprotein. HDLs are proteins that bind to lipid (fat) molecules and transport them around the body. They are sometimes called good cholesterol because their role in fat metabolism contributes to the bodys cardiovascular health. Apolipoproteins transport dietary lipids from the intestine to the liver, and synthesised lipids to other tissues for storage or metabolism. Apolipoprotein A-1 is a common variety of these proteins
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Cholesterol Coil Coiled Compound Compounds Fragment Metabolism Molecules Proteomics Molecular Molecular Model Protein
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This print showcases the intricate structure of a Human Apolipoprotein A-1 molecule, specifically a high-density lipoprotein (HDL). The molecular model displayed here provides valuable insight into the role of apolipoproteins in our body's cardiovascular health. HDLs are proteins that bind to fat molecules and facilitate their transportation throughout the body. Often referred to as "good cholesterol". HDLs play a crucial part in fat metabolism. The black background beautifully contrasts with the coiled and fragmented nature of this protein, creating an aesthetically pleasing image. This visual representation allows us to appreciate the complexity and importance of these compounds within our biological system. Apolipoprotein A-1 is one of the most common varieties of these proteins. It serves as a vital transporter, carrying dietary lipids from the intestine to the liver while also facilitating lipid synthesis for storage or metabolism in other tissues. By studying this molecular model, scientists gain deeper insights into cholesterol levels, lipid binding mechanisms, and overall metabolic processes related to cardiovascular health. This photograph not only captures scientific beauty but also highlights how proteomics research contributes significantly to advancing medical knowledge.
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