SR-B1

Concept

A major HDL receptor, primarily on the liver, that binds to HDL particles, extracts cholesterol esters, and releases depleted HDL back into circulation. Deficiency leads to very high HDL but increased heart disease risk due to impaired cholesterol clearance.

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Videos Mentioning SR-B1

#22 – Tom Dayspring Part III of V: reverse cholesterol transport, CETP inhibitors, & apolipoproteins

#22 – Tom Dayspring Part III of V: reverse cholesterol transport, CETP inhibitors, & apolipoproteins

Peter Attia MD

Abbreviation for Scavenger Receptor B1, a key receptor in cholesterol transport.

240 ‒ The confusion around HDL and its link to cardiovascular disease | Dan Rader, M.D.

240 ‒ The confusion around HDL and its link to cardiovascular disease | Dan Rader, M.D.

Peter Attia MD

A major HDL receptor, primarily on the liver, that binds to HDL particles, extracts cholesterol esters, and releases depleted HDL back into circulation. Deficiency leads to very high HDL but increased heart disease risk due to impaired cholesterol clearance.