Definition of Low-density lipoprotein

1. Noun. 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.

Exact synonyms: Beta-lipoprotein, Ldl
Generic synonyms: Lipoprotein
Terms within: Ldl Cholesterol

Lexicographical Neighbors of Low-density Lipoprotein

low-beam(a)
low-birth-weight baby
low-birth-weight infant
low-budget
low-bush blueberry
low-cal
low-calorie diet
low-calorie diet
low-carbon steel
low-ceilinged
low-class
low-cost
low-cut
low-density(a)
low-density(p)
low-density lipoprotein (current term)
low-density lipoprotein receptors
low-down
low-egg-passage vaccine
low-fat diet
low-fat diet
low-fat milk
low-grade
low-key
low-keyed
low-level
low-level formatting
low-level radioactive waste
low-lying
low-necked

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