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Biochemistry.

low-density lipoprotein.

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Words nearby LDL

LD50, LDC, L-D converter, ldg., LDH, LDL, L-dopa, Ldp., LDPE, LDR, L-driver

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How to use LDL in a sentence

So you can reduce your risk of heart disease, by a lot, without lowering your LDL.
The AHA’s Absurd Saturated Fat Obsession|Dr. Barbara H. Roberts|June 3, 2014|DAILY BEAST
And at the end of the study there was no difference in the LDL-cholesterol levels between the two groups!
The AHA’s Absurd Saturated Fat Obsession|Dr. Barbara H. Roberts|June 3, 2014|DAILY BEAST
LDL particles come in various sizes, with small, dense LDL being more harmful than light, fluffy LDL.
The AHA’s Absurd Saturated Fat Obsession|Dr. Barbara H. Roberts|June 3, 2014|DAILY BEAST
In fact, half of the people who have cardiac events have “ideal” levels of LDL cholesterol.
The AHA’s Absurd Saturated Fat Obsession|Dr. Barbara H. Roberts|June 3, 2014|DAILY BEAST

For most middle-aged big-shots, the acronym LDL is a measure of cholesterol.
Confide Is the Best Way to Keep Your Dastardly Deeds Hidden—For Now|Daniel Gross|January 17, 2014|DAILY BEAST

British Dictionary definitions for LDL

LDL

abbreviation for

low-density lipoprotein

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Scientific definitions for LDL

LDL

Abbreviation of low-density lipoprotein

Cultural definitions for LDL

LDL

Abbreviation for low-density lipoprotein. A type of cholesterol that is linked to heart disease and atherosclerosis. (Compare HDL.)

notes for LDL

LDLs are often referred to as “bad” cholesterol.