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Apolipoprotein E polymorphism and dietary plasma cholesterol response

M Tikkanen1, J K Huttunen, P E Pajukanta

  • 1Department of Medicine, University of Helsinki, Finland.

The Canadian Journal of Cardiology
|October 1, 1995
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The apolipoprotein E (apoE) gene influences cholesterol levels, with E4 variants potentially causing exaggerated responses to dietary changes. Further research is needed to confirm its role in modulating plasma lipid responses.

Area of Science:

  • Genetics
  • Nutritional Science
  • Cardiovascular Health

Background:

  • Apolipoprotein E (apoE) phenotypes show a strong association with plasma cholesterol levels.
  • The apoE gene's role in modulating dietary cholesterol response is hypothesized but not fully understood.
  • Existing studies present conflicting results on apoE phenotypes and their impact on plasma lipid responses to dietary interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between apoE phenotypes and plasma cholesterol levels.
  • To explore the potential role of the apoE gene in modulating responses to dietary fat and cholesterol.
  • To reconcile conflicting findings from previous studies regarding apoE phenotypes and lipid metabolism.

Main Methods:

  • Review and comparison of existing dietary intervention studies.

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  • Analysis of plasma cholesterol and lipid profiles across different apoE genotypes (E4/E4, E4/E3, E3/E3, E3/E2).
  • Consideration of study design and population differences in interpreting results.

    • Main Results:

    • A consistent association between apoE phenotypes and plasma cholesterol was observed: E4/E4 > E4/E3 > E3/E3 > E3/E2.
    • Some studies suggest apoE4 individuals exhibit exaggerated cholesterol responses to dietary changes, with one study noting increased reduction on low-fat and increased elevation on high-fat diets.
    • Other studies reported no significant differences in plasma lipid responses among apoE phenotypes.

    Conclusions:

    • The role of apoE genetic variation in modulating dietary plasma lipid responses requires further investigation.
    • Prospective studies with controlled diets rich and poor in fat and cholesterol are necessary to confirm these findings.
    • Differences in study design and population apoE allele frequencies may explain discrepancies in current research.