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HDL

\ˌe͡ɪt͡ʃdˌiːˈɛl], \ˌe‍ɪt‍ʃdˌiːˈɛl], \ˌeɪ_tʃ_d_ˌiː__ˈɛ_l]\

Definitions of HDL

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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

2006 - WordNet 3.0
By Princeton University

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

2011 - English Dictionary Database
By DataStellar Co., Ltd

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