Found 1 items, similar to high-density lipoprotein.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: high-density lipoprotein high-density lipoprotein n : 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 [syn: HDL, alpha-lipoprotein]