What is lipoprotein?

In short, lipoproteins are biochemical substances composed of lipids (proteins and fat molecules) Depending on the type of lipoproteins, fat and protein molecules bind together in different ways A special protein called apolipoproteins binds lipids at the atomic level through covalent or noncovalent atoms Lipoproteins are important for body function because they are responsible for transferring different forms of fat and proteins to the parts of the body that are needed This transfer system is necessary because these types of fat cannot be dissolved in the blood Although different types of cholesterol lipoproteins are the most well-known, they are also essential components of enzymes, antigens and other important elements Because high cholesterol is related to many health problems, many people have heard about low density lipoprotein (LDL) and high density lipoprotein (HDL) HDL is also known as good cholesterol, and LDL is generally considered bad cholesterol LDL can accumulate in arteries and form plaques, which eventually cause heart disease or stroke In contrast, HDL transfers cholesterol to the liver through the system and metabolizes it properly Although experts don't know how it works, it seems that HDL can protect the cardiovascular system from disease LDL and HDL levels in blood flow can be determined by blood test Standard lipid tests help to determine the type of lipoproteins in the blood and the ratio of high-density to low-density lipoproteins The test also measures triglycerides, another type of fat that the body produces on its own that can affect heart disease The latest VAP has been developed VAP directly measured LDL and other lipoproteins in the blood stream Under the condition that the standard blood test can only measure 4 components, the new VAP test can measure 15 components In addition to providing more information, it helps to identify risk factors for family history of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and hypertension There are also many studies investigating these factors and their role in overall health, as well as health risks Along with these findings, experts also put forward some programs to help optimize the system's lipoprotein level Further research will also provide more information on these complex substances.