Emerging roles of the intestine in reverse cholestorol transport

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Cholesterol fulfills an essential role in mammalian physiology. It is an important structural component in the cell membrane of all cells in the body. In addition, cholesterol provides the backbone for synthesis of biologically important compounds, like steroid hormones and bile salts. Yet, high plasma cholesterol levels, particularly high LDL-cholesterol levels, are associated with increased risk for cardiovascular diseases (CVD). ... Zie: Summary
Originele taal-2English
KwalificatieDoctor of Philosophy
Toekennende instantie
  • Rijksuniversiteit Groningen
Begeleider(s)/adviseur
  • Kuipers, Folkert, Supervisor
  • Groen, A.K. , Co-supervisor
Datum van toekenning12-jul.-2006
Plaats van publicatie[Groningen]
Uitgever
Gedrukte ISBN's9036726557
StatusPublished - 2006

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