 low-density_lipoprotein |
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| 1. | [ noun ] (chemistry,biochemistry) a lipoprotein that transports cholesterol in the blood; composed of moderate amount of protein and a large amount of cholesterol; high levels are thought to be associated with increased risk of coronary heart disease and atherosclerosis | |
| Synonyms: | beta-lipoprotein LDL | |
| Related terms: | lipoprotein ldl_cholesterol | |
