Endocrine Abstracts

Background: Lipoprotein lipase (LPL) enzyme plays a central role in lipid metabolism. The primary function of LPL enzyme is the hydrolysis of the core triglycerides of circulating chylomicrons and very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL). It releases monoglycerides and free fatty acids, which are taken up by skeletal muscle or adipose tissue.Aim: The present work aimed to study the association of the common variant of LPL HindIII (H+) and hypertens...