low-density lipoprotein

American  

noun

Biochemistry.

1. a plasma protein that is the major carrier of cholesterol in the blood: high levels are associated with atherosclerosis. LDL

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low-density lipoprotein British  

noun

1.  LDL.  a lipoprotein that is the form in which cholesterol is transported in the bloodstream to the cells and tissues of the body. High levels of low-density lipoprotein in the blood are associated with atheroma

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low-density lipoprotein Scientific  

1. A lipoprotein that contains relatively high amounts of cholesterol and is associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease.

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low-density lipoprotein

We already know that lifetime exposure to high LDL, or low-density lipoprotein, increases cardiovascular risk, and that getting care earlier can help prevent heart disease.

From MarketWatch ● Mar. 19, 2026

Studies have found replacing saturated fats in a person’s diet with polyunsaturated fat, like fatty fish or canola oil, has lowered a person’s level of low-density lipoprotein, or bad cholesterol.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 15, 2025

A plant-based diet may contribute to lower levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, sometimes referred to as “bad” cholesterol.

From Salon ● Jan. 4, 2024

High-density lipoprotein cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, triglyceride, and total cholesterol were repeatedly measured at ages 15, 17, and 24 years.

From Science Daily ● Dec. 14, 2023

Olive oil contains monounsaturated fatty acids, which can reduce levels of low-density lipoprotein, or LDL — sometimes called “bad” cholesterol — in your blood, according to the American Heart Association.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 6, 2023