lipoprotein
/ˌlɪpəˈproʊtiːn/
noun
- A particle made of protein and fat that carries cholesterol and other lipids through the bloodstream.
- Lipoproteins help transport fats from the liver to cells throughout the body.
- Doctors measure lipoprotein levels to assess a person's risk for heart disease.
- High levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) are often called 'bad cholesterol.'