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Definition: Meaning of, LDL in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ɛl-diː-ɛl /

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LDL LDLs
  1. 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
    SYNONYM
    low-density lipoprotein, beta-lipoprotein
    ANTONYM
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LDL used in phrases

  • LDL cholesterol (noun)
    1. the cholesterol in low-density lipoproteins; the 'bad' cholesterol; a high level in the blood is thought to be related to various pathogenic conditions
  • oxidised LDL cholesterol (noun)
    1. lDL cholesterol that has been bombarded by free radicals; it is thought to cause atherosclerosis
  • oxidized LDL cholesterol (noun)
    1. lDL cholesterol that has been bombarded by free radicals; it is thought to cause atherosclerosis
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