Description
A blood plasma protein whose specific function is the activation of the enzyme lecithin-cholesterol acyltransferase, which is responsible for the removal of atherogenic cholesterol from extrahepatic tissues. It is a component of high-density lipoproteins. It is synthesized in the liver and intestines. Determination of the level of apolipoprotein A1 in the blood is used to assess the risk of atherosclerotic damage to the cardiovascular system.
Period of execution
Within 5 days
Biomaterial type