Novel Role of CETP in Macrophages: Reduction of Mitochondrial Oxidants Production and Modulation of Cell Immune-Metabolic Profile

• Main Authors: Gabriel G. Dorighello (Author), Leandro H. P. Assis (Author), Thiago Rentz (Author), Joseane Morari (Author), Monique F. M. Santana (Author), Marisa Passarelli (Author), Neale D. Ridgway (Author), Anibal E. Vercesi (Author), Helena C. F. Oliveira (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2022-08-01T00:00:00Z.
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Plasma cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP) activity diminishes HDL-cholesterol levels and thus may increase atherosclerosis risk. Experimental evidence suggests CETP may also exhibit anti-inflammatory properties, but local tissue-specific functions of CETP have not yet been clarified. Since ox...