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Lipid Metabolism Genes

Meaning

Lipid Metabolism Genes are a collective group of inherited genetic sequences that encode the enzymes, transporters, and receptors responsible for the synthesis, transport, breakdown, and storage of fats (lipids) within the human body. Polymorphisms in these genes fundamentally determine an individual’s plasma lipid profile, including cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and their susceptibility to dyslipidemia and cardiovascular risk. These genes play a critical role in the physiological regulation of energy substrates and hormone precursors.