lipoprotein

🇺🇸 /ˈlɪpəprəʊtiːn/ 🇬🇧 /ˈlɪpəprəʊtiːn/
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A type of protein that is combined with a fat, which helps to transport the fat through the bloodstream.

High levels of certain lipoproteins in the blood can be a risk factor for heart disease.

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n. A type of protein that is combined with a fat, which helps to transport the fat through the bloodstream.

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Plural lipoproteins