high-density lipoprotein

Other forms: high-density lipoproteins

Definitions of high-density lipoprotein
  1. 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, alpha-lipoprotein
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    lipoprotein
    a conjugated protein having a lipid component; the principal means for transporting lipids in the blood
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