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- noun a lipoprotein that transports cholesterol in the blood; composed of moderate amount of protein and a large amount of cholesterol; high levels are thought to be associated with increased risk of coronary heart disease and atherosclerosis
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Thomssen R, Bonk S, Propfe C, Heermann KH, Kochel HG, et al. (1992) Association of hepatitis C virus in human sera with beta-lipoprotein.
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