high-density lipoprotein

high-density lipoprotein definition - medical

high-density lipoprotein

noun Abbr. HDL
A lipoprotein that contains relatively small amounts of cholesterol and triglycerides and is associated with a decreased risk of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease. Also called alpha-lipoprotein, HDL cholesterol.

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