low-density lipoproteins

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low-density lipoproteins

plural form of low-density lipoprotein

low-density lipoprotein

a class of lipoprotein that transports cholesterol around the bloodstream; high levels may increase the risk of coronary heart disease

low-density lipoprotein

A complex of lipids and proteins, with greater amounts of lipid than protein, that transports cholesterol in the blood. High levels are associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease

low-density lipoprotein

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

low-density lipoprotein

{i} LDL, lipoprotein that carries cholesterol in the blood

low-density lipoprotein

LDL