Apolipoprotein A-V

**Definition:** A minor apolipoprotein that associates with HIGH-DENSITY LIPOPROTEINS (HDL), VERY-LOW-DENSITY LIPOPROTEINS (VLDL), and CHYLOMICRONS. It regulates levels of plasma TRIGLYCERIDES by activating APOLIPOPROTEIN C-II LIPOPROTEIN LIPASE and inhibiting hepatic VLDL triglyceride hydrolysis.

**Tree numbers:** - D10.532.091.200.575 - D12.776.070.400.200.575 - D12.776.521.120.200.575

**Synonyms:** - Apolipoprotein A5 - Apo A5 Protein - ApoA-V Protein - Apo A-V Protein - APOA5 Protein