ATP-binding cassette transporters

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A family of membrane transport proteins. Specifically, ABCG5 and ABCG8 form a heterodimer that acts as a gatekeeper, expelling sterols from enterocytes. They have different affinities, prioritizing phytosterols and stanols for excretion over cholesterol.

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#21 – Tom Dayspring, M.D., FACP, FNLA – Part II of V: Lipid metrics and cholesterol regulation

#21 – Tom Dayspring, M.D., FACP, FNLA – Part II of V: Lipid metrics and cholesterol regulation

Peter Attia MD

A family of membrane transport proteins. Specifically, ABCG5 and ABCG8 form a heterodimer that acts as a gatekeeper, expelling sterols from enterocytes. They have different affinities, prioritizing phytosterols and stanols for excretion over cholesterol.