LDL
noun
: a lipoprotein of blood plasma that is composed of a moderate proportion of protein with little triglyceride and a high proportion of cholesterol and that is associated with increased probability of developing atherosclerosis : bad cholesterol compare hdl
Examples of LDL in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Studies suggest that bergamot may help lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (bad cholesterol) and raise high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol (good cholesterol).
—
Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 5 Aug. 2024
Although fish oil supplements contribute to a modest increase in LDL cholesterol, this amount could make the difference between normal and elevated cholesterol values.
—Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 5 Aug. 2024
Test for and treat high LDL cholesterol from midlife onwards.
—New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2024
Regulating levels of cholesterol, like lowering LDL, also decreases the chance of cardiovascular events like stroke and heart attack, Ferguson noted.
—Rohan Rajeev, STAT, 31 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for LDL 
Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 5 Aug. 2024
Although fish oil supplements contribute to a modest increase in LDL cholesterol, this amount could make the difference between normal and elevated cholesterol values.
—Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 5 Aug. 2024
Test for and treat high LDL cholesterol from midlife onwards.
—New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2024
Regulating levels of cholesterol, like lowering LDL, also decreases the chance of cardiovascular events like stroke and heart attack, Ferguson noted.
—Rohan Rajeev, STAT, 31 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for LDL
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'LDL.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Dictionary Entries Near LDL
Cite this Entry
“LDL.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/LDL. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.
Copy CitationMedical Definition
LDL
noun
: a lipoprotein of blood plasma that is composed of a moderate proportion of protein with little triglyceride and a high proportion of cholesterol and that is associated with increased probability of developing atherosclerosis
called also bad cholesterol, beta-lipoprotein, low-density lipoprotein
compare hdl, vldlLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share