Apolipoprotein vs. Apoprotein
Apolipoproteinnoun
(protein) Any protein that can bind with a lipid to form a lipoprotein
Apolipoprotein
Apolipoproteins are proteins that bind lipids (oil-soluble substances such as fat and cholesterol) to form lipoproteins. They transport lipids (and fat soluble vitamins) in blood, cerebrospinal fluid and lymph.
Apoproteinnoun
(protein) The polypeptide part of a conjugated protein
Apoproteinnoun
a protein which together with a prosthetic group forms a particular biochemical molecule such as a hormone or enzyme.
