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APOE4 Allele

Meaning

The APOE4 Allele is one of the three major genetic variants of the Apolipoprotein E gene, representing the strongest known genetic risk factor for late-onset Alzheimer’s disease and also associated with increased cardiovascular risk. Apolipoprotein E is a multifunctional lipid-binding protein crucial for the transport and metabolism of cholesterol and other lipids in both the plasma and the central nervous system. Carrying one or two copies of this allele significantly impacts lipid homeostasis and neuronal function.