high-density lipoprotein


Definition: Meaning of, high-density lipoprotein in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / hʌɪ ˈdɛnsɪti ˈlɪpə(ʊ)ˌprəʊtiːn;ˈlʌɪpə(ʊ)ˌprəʊtiːn /

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high-density lipoprotein high-density lipoproteins
  1. a lipoprotein that transports cholesterol in the blood; composed of a high proportion of protein and relatively little cholesterol; high levels are thought to be associated with decreased risk of coronary heart disease and atherosclerosis
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