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alpha-lipoprotein meaning and definition
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Definition of alpha-lipoprotein (noun)
- 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
- synonyms: HDL, high-density lipoprotein
Source: Princeton University Wordnet