Preferred Term:
peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha
Definition:
A nuclear transcription factor. Heterodimerization with retinoid X receptor gamma is important to metabolism of lipids. It is the target of fibrates to control hyperlipidemias.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- PPAR alpha
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/317442
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