Fundamentals of Biochemistry: Life at the Molecular Level 5th Edition

Published by Wiley
ISBN 10: 1118918401
ISBN 13: 978-1-11891-840-1

Chapter 20 - Lipid Metabolism - Exercises - Page 717: 43

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A diagnosis of familial hyperchylomicronemia, commonly known as type I hyperlipoproteinemia, is suggested by the patient's symptoms and the high blood levels of chylomicrons. This is an uncommon genetic condition marked by a dysfunctional metabolism of chylomicrons and other triglyceride-rich lipoproteins. Because chylomicrons can't be broken down in people with this illness, they build up in the blood and give it a "creamed tomato soup" appearance. The buildup of too many chylomicrons in the blood can result in pancreatitis, an inflammation of the pancreas that can result in stomach pain.
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