Lipoprotein Lipase - Pathology

Pathology

Lipoprotein lipase deficiency leads to hypertriglyceridemia (elevated levels of triglycerides in the bloodstream).

Diets high in refined carbohydrates have been shown to cause tissue-specific overexpression of LPL. This has been implicated in tissue-specific insulin resistance and consequent development of type 2 diabetes mellitus & obesity.

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