high-density lipoprotein

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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
• Syn:
HDL, alpha-lipoprotein
• Hypernyms:
lipoprotein
• Substance Meronyms:
HDL cholesterol