Genetics of Cholesterol-Related Genes in Metabolic Syndrome: A Review of Current Evidence.
Sok Kuan WongFitri Fareez RamliAdli AliNurul 'Izzah IbrahimPublished in: Biomedicines (2022)
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) refers to a cluster of metabolic dysregulations, which include insulin resistance, obesity, atherogenic dyslipidemia and hypertension. The complex pathogenesis of MetS encompasses the interplay between environmental and genetic factors. Environmental factors such as excessive nutrients and sedentary lifestyle are modifiable and could be improved by lifestyle modification. However, genetic susceptibility to MetS, a non-modifiable factor, has attracted the attention of researchers, which could act as the basis for future diagnosis, prognosis, and therapy for MetS. Several cholesterol-related genes associated with each characteristic of MetS have been identified, such as apolipoprotein, lipoprotein lipase (LPL), cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP) and adiponectin. This review aims to summarize the genetic information of cholesterol-related genes in MetS, which may potentially serve as biomarkers for early prevention and management of MetS.
Keyphrases
- metabolic syndrome
- insulin resistance
- low density lipoprotein
- uric acid
- blood pressure
- cardiovascular risk factors
- physical activity
- weight loss
- genome wide
- adipose tissue
- type diabetes
- high fat diet induced
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- skeletal muscle
- weight gain
- working memory
- climate change
- healthcare
- body mass index
- heavy metals
- small molecule