Chapter 10. The Structure of Human Serum Low- and High-Density Lipoproteins

Summary

An analysis is presented of current information on the structure of human serum low- and high-density lipoproteins. Studies on their protein moieties are outlined, particularly those on their polypeptide composition and properties. Re-assembly studies using these polypeptides and natural or synthetic lipids are discussed with particular emphasis on the more recent results obtained by physical, chemical and immunological techniques. Recently proposed structural models of low-and high-density lipoproteins are critically analysed in light of the more recent acquisitions in the field.