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ANGPTL4

angiopoietin like 4

ANGPTL4 (angiopoietin like 4), also known as angiopoietin-related protein 4 and FIAF, is a secreted glycoprotein studied for regulation of lipoprotein lipase, triglyceride clearance, lipid metabolism and metabolic homeostasis.

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OrganismMultiple species; representative: Homo sapiens (Human) NCBI Gene51129 UniProtQ9BY76

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About ANGPTL4

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Biology

Biological function

ANGPTL4 is a secreted regulator of lipid metabolism. Reviewed UniProt evidence shows that it inhibits lipoprotein lipase (LPL), limiting triglyceride hydrolysis and clearance of triglyceride-rich lipoproteins. Curated records also support roles in glucose homeostasis and insulin sensitivity, while the C-terminal region has reported effects on endothelial proliferation, migration and vascular permeability.

Experimental context

Research context

ANGPTL4 is studied in triglyceride metabolism, LPL regulation, fasting and nutrient-responsive metabolic biology, adipose and hepatic signalling, and endothelial responses. Reagent selection should remain product-specific: confirm species, sample type, assay format, application and validation rather than inferring experimental suitability from target biology alone.

Identifiers

Alternative names

Names used across publications, databases and supplier catalogues.

Angiopoietin-related protein 4ANGL4ARP4FIAFHARPHFARPNL2PGARPP1158PSEC0166TGQTLUNQ171UNQ171/PRO197FarpNg27