| beta-lipoprotein 
 
 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
 • Syn:
 low-density lipoprotein, LDL
 • Hypernyms:
 lipoprotein
 • Substance Meronyms:
 LDL cholesterol
 
 
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