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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ayokunle Olubaniyi, M.B,B.S [2]

Overview

The physiology of HDL centers around the reverse cholesterol transport system. Nascent HDLs secreted into the plasma by the liver or intestines pick up free cholesterol from peripheral tissues and the arterial wall mediated mainly by the ATP-binding cassette A1 (ABCA1). The enzyme LCAT (lecithin-cholesteryl acetyltransferase) catalyzes the esterification of the free cholesterol, and also converts the nascent HDLs into mature forms. The esterified cholesterol is transported to the liver where CETP (cholesterylester transfer protein), an enzyme produced in the liver, acts on it transferring the cholesterol to other apo B containing lipoproteins. The cholesterol-deplete HDLs get broken down by triglyceride lipases into apo A-I which either takes up free cholesterol to continue the cycle, or gets eliminated in the kidney. In addition to HDL being atheroprotective against cardiovascular diseases, it also exhibits anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-apoptotic, anti-coagulant, vasodilatory, and metabolic properties.

HDL Metabolism

The metabolism of HDL can also be described as the Reverse Cholesterol Transport System. HDL serves a mode of transportation for the excess cholesterol from peripheral tissues to the liver.

Shown below is an image depicting HDL metabolism. Refer to the text below for further explanation.

HDL metabolism
HDL metabolism

Adopted from Nature Reviews Drug Discovery. ABCA1= ATP-binding cassette transporter A1; ABCG1: ATP-binding cassette transporter G1; ABCG4: ATP-binding cassette transporter G4; ApoA-I= Apolipoprotein A-I; CETP: Cholesteryl transfer protein; LCAT: Lecithin cholesterol acyltransferase; SRBI: Scavenger receptor, class B, type I. [1]

Synthesis and Uptake of Cholesterol

  • HDL consists majorly of apo A-I and/or apo A-II. Both the liver and the small intestine synthesize apo A-I while only the liver synthesizes apo A-II. HDL is normally synthesized consisting mainly of phospholipids and apolipoproteins.
  • Free apo A-I is released into the plasma as nascent HDLs. This readily takes up excess free cholesterol (FC) from peripheral tissues such as fibroblasts and macrophages and arterial wall mediated by either ATP-binding cassette A1 (ABCA1), G1/G4, scavenger receptor class B type 1 (SR-B1), Cyp27A1, caveloin, and passive diffusion, leading to the formation of discoid HDL (a.k.a. pre-βHDL).
  • Apo A-I activates lecithin:cholesteryl acetyltransferase (LCAT) which catalyses the esterification of the free cholesterol bound to the discoid HDL. The Apolipoprotein A1 acts as a signal protein in mobilizing cholesterol esters from within the cells.

aaaaavvvvvvccccccattttttttttttttttttttttttaaaaaaaaaaLCAT

aaaaavvvvvvaaaaaaaaaaaLecithin + Cholesterol ———-> Lysolecithin + Cholesterol ester

Maturation and Transfer of Cholesterol

  • The esterified cholesterol moves into the hydrophobic core of the HDL, changing the HDL particle from discoid to spherical (mature HDL). This process also prevents the re-uptake of cholesterol by cells. LCAT is responsible for the maturation of HDL particles.
  • The esterified cholesterol can be delivered back to the liver through a number of routes:
    • By the action of cholesterylester transfer protein (CETP) - CETP, secreted in the liver, transfers cholesterol from HDL to the apo B–containing lipoproteins e.g., very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) or intermediate-density lipoprotein (IDL) to be taken up by the liver. Mutations of this transport protein gene causes familial HDL deficiencies and Tangier disease
    • HDL particles may be taken up directly by the liver
    • Free cholesterol may be taken up directly by the liver
    • HDL cholesterol esters may be selectively taken up via the scavenger receptor SR-B1, which is expressed in the liver.

Catabolism

  • Triglyceride lipases degrade these cholesterol-deplete HDL particles into small, dense HDL particles which after dissociation, release apo A-I (nascent HDL). The apo A-1 either rapidly re-uptakes free cholesterol again by ABCA1 to form discoid HDLs or it is endocytosed in the kidney tubule or cleared via glomerular filtration.

Functions

Shown below is an image summarizing the physiologic functions of HDL in an acute and chronic setting. Please refer to the text below for details about each one of functions of HDL.

The physiologic functions of HDL in an acute and chronic setting
The physiologic functions of HDL in an acute and chronic setting

Atheroprotection

It has been established that HDL-cholesterol has an inverse correlation with future atherosclerotic cardiovascular complications. HDL and apo A-I exhibit many atheroprotective functions which primarily aims at removing cholesterol from peripheral tissues and the arterial wall through various efflux mechanisms, mainly the reverse cholesterol transport system. It is also important in the attenuation of plaque progression and promotion of plaque stabilization. These functions are exhibited through its anti-oxidative, anti-platelet, anti-apoptotic, and anti-inflammatory properties. With all these properties in context, HDL will potentially protect against reperfusion ischemic injuries and secondary plaque ruptures frequently observed in post-acute coronary syndrome patients.

  • Current data indicate that the plasma HDL associated apolipoprotein M (apoM) levels modulate the ability of plasma to mobilize cellular cholesterol and protects against experimental atherosclerosis.[2]
  • Animal models have shown that the somatic gene transfer of human apo A-I can prevent the development of atherosclerosis or reverse preexisting atherosclerosis or its role in the anti-endotoxin function of HDL.[3][4][5][6]
  • ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporters ABCA1 and ABCG1 in endothelial cells, and the scavenger receptor B type I mediate multiple intracellular signaling pathways as well as the efflux of cholesterol.[7]

Anti-coagulant Funtions

HDL has the ability to inhibit platelet activation and aggregation by directly inhibiting platelet activation,[8][9] downregulating thromboxane A2 synthesis,[10] increasing the synthesis of prostacyclin,[11] and lowering the expression of the tissue factor which is required in the coagulation process.[12]

Anti-oxidant Funtions

The formation of free oxygen radicals contributes to the pathogenesis and progression of atherosclerotic plaques. Oxidized LDLs gets engulfed by macrophages, which leads to further oxidation and the production of foam cells. Oxidized LDLs acts as chemotactic agents for circulating monocytes, converts macrophages into foam cells, induce cytotoxic effects on the endothelium, inhibits motility of tissue macrophages, and stimulates the migration and proliferation of vascular smooth muscle cells.[13] HDL has been shown to inhibit the oxidative modification of oxidized LDLs,[14] as well as preventing their infiltration into the vessel wall.[15]

Anti-inflammatory Functions

HDL has anti-inflammatory functions in both endothelial cells and leukocytes. During inflammation, several leukocyte adhesion molecules are activated which promotes the binding of leukocytes and formation of atheroma. HDL has been shown to inhibit the activation of vascular cell adhesion molecule (VCAM-1,[16] interleukin-1-induced expresion of E-selectin,[17] interleukin-8, intracellular adhesion molecule (ICAM)-1, neutrophils,[18] monocytes,[19] and also prevents the binding of T-lymphocytes to monocytes thereby preventing the formation of pro-inflammatory cytokines.[20]

Metabolic Functions

In a study to determine the effects and mechanisms of HDL on glucose metabolism, 13 type 2 diabetic patients received intravenous reconstituted HDL. The result proved a reduction in the plasma glucose of the patients due to an increase in plasma insulin in addition to the activation of AMP-activated protein kinase in skeletal muscle. These findings suggest a role for HDL-raising therapies beyond atherosclerosis to address type 2 diabetes mellitus.[21]

Glucose Metabolism

HDL is postulated to modulate glucose homeostasis through several mechanisms including stimulating insulin secretion,[22][23][21][24] enhancing insulin sensitivity, and increasing glucose update by skeletal muscle via activation of AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) signaling pathway and is being recognized as an active player in the pathophysiology of diabetes rather than an onlooker.[25][23] Genetic engineering studies that manipulate expression of related genes such as ABCA1,[26][27][28][29] CETP,[30][31] ABCG1,[32] and apoA-I[25] have provided preliminary evidences indicating crude associations between plasma HDL concentrations and glycemic control. Silencing of microRNA species has also shown to result in upregulation of these target genes along with elevation of functional HDL levels,[33][34][35][36] suggesting an extensively-linked yet fine-tuned state of homeostasis in energy metabolism.

Anti-apoptotic Functions

  • Plasma HDLs in-vitro were shown to offer some cytoprotection against oxidized LDL-causing apoptosis and generation of reactive oxygen species.[37]
  • HDL also protects endothelial cells from apoptosis and promotes their growth and their migration via SRBI-initiated signaling.[38]
  • It is also proposed that the anti-apoptotic and proliferative effects of apoA-I are mediated through F1-ATPase-catalysed ADP production and subsequent P2Y13 receptor stimulation.[39]

Vasodilatory Functions

HDL has been shown to restore endothelial dysfunction which is implicated in the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes. In a study, reconstituted HDL was infused in patients with type 2 diabetes and the vascular function (forearm blood flow) was assessed at 4 hours and 7 days post-infusion. HDL was found to increase the forearm blood flow in diabetic patients as compared to the controlled group, probably due to its effect on increasing nitric oxide bioavailability.[40]

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