Study examines how statin exposure affects cholesterol metabolism in fish

Despite its bad reputation, cholesterol serves many important functions in the body. It is necessary for normal cell structure and is a precursor for the formation of steroid hormones, vitamin D, and bile acids. Too much “bad” cholesterol (LDL), however, can promote cardiovascular diseases and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. For this reason, many animals tightly regulate cholesterol levels in the body. Fish often have higher cholesterol levels than humans and […]

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