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high-density lipoprotein meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of high-density lipoprotein at MeaningMonkey.org. high-density lipoprotein meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.HIGH-DENSITY LIPOPROTEIN noun
Definition of high-density 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: alpha-lipoprotein, HDL
Source: Princeton University Wordnet