noun
Meaning 1
Synonym of low-density lipoprotein.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: low-density lipoprotein
Antonyms: none provided
Standard Lemma guide
beta-lipoprotein
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noun
Meaning 2
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
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: low-density lipoprotein, LDL
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: lipoprotein
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- Italian: betalipoproteina — Translations