nonesterified
/ˌnɑnˈɛstərəˌfaɪd/
adjective
- Describing a fatty acid that is not chemically combined with an ester; free fatty acid.
- Nonesterified cholesterol is more easily absorbed by the body.
- The lab measured nonesterified fatty acids in the blood sample.
- High levels of nonesterified fatty acids can indicate metabolic issues.