Perilipin-1

**Semantic type:** Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein

**Definition:** Perilipin-1 (522 aa, ~56 kDa) is encoded by the human PLIN1 gene. This protein is involved in association with lipid storage droplets, which inhibits their breakdown by hormone-sensitive lipase (HSL).

**Synonyms:** - Lipid Droplet-Associated Protein - PLIN1 - Perilipin - Perilipin 1