1. Adjective. that initiates or accelerates atherogenesis ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Atherogenic
1. [adj]
Medical Definition of Atherogenic
1. Having the capacity to start or accelerate the process of atherogenesis (the formation of lipid deposits in the arteries).
Origin: Gr. Gennan = to produce
(09 Oct 1997)
