Defective apolipoprotein B-100

Overview

A rare inherited condition where defective apolipoprotein B-100 impairs the metabolism of cholesterol and results in high blood cholesterol which in turn increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Symptoms

High blood cholesterol

Causes

When considering symptoms of Defective apolipoprotein B-100, it is also important to consider Defective apolipoprotein B-100 as a possible cause of other medical conditions . The Disease Database lists the following medical conditions that Defective apolipoprotein B-100 may cause: * Hypercholesterolaemia

Diagnosis

This medical information about signs and symptoms for Defective apolipoprotein B-100 has been gathered from various sources, may not be fully accurate, and may not be the full list of Defective apolipoprotein B-100 signs or Defective apolipoprotein B-100 symptoms. Furthermore, signs and symptoms of Defective apolipoprotein B-100 may vary on an individual basis for each patient. Only your doctor can provide adequate diagnosis of any signs or symptoms and whether they are indeed Defective apolipoprotein B-100 symptoms.

Resources

* Coronary heart disease: Disease affecting the heart's arteries (narrowed arteries) * High Cholesterol: High levels of blood cholesterol , triglycerides, or other lipids.