high-density lipoprotein

English

Noun

high-density lipoprotein (plural high-density lipoproteins)

Any of a class of lipoproteins that transport cholesterol to the liver from other tissue; high levels may decrease the risk of coronary heart disease.

Synonyms

HDL

Translations

type of lipoprotein

Finnish: HDL-kolesteroli

See also

low-density lipoprotein

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