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LDL
-Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL): 10% triglyceride, 20%
phospholipid, 25% protein, 45% cholesterol, apo B-100.
-Product of VLDL losing triglycerides.
-Delivers endogenous cholesterol to various organs
before returning to liver.
-Contributes to atherosclerosis
-Familial Hypercholesterolemia
-Dyslipidemia (Hyperlipidemia)
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