PCSK9: The Cholesterol Chameleon – Unveiling Its Secrets
1. What are PCSK9 proteins? Imagine PCSK9 as a mischievous trickster in the world of cholesterol. This protein, produced mainly in the liver, acts like a molecular escort for LDL receptors – the dedicated crew responsible for clearing cholesterol from your bloodstream. But instead of guiding them to do their job, PCSK9 sends these receptors down…