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What
is LDL?
LDL cholesterol
LDL
stands for low density lipoprotein and is considered
bad cholesterol. LDL is a necessary protein in the body
for it transports substances vital to cell function
and development.
When there is an excess of LDL in the blood or when
it undergoes structural changes from certain body stresses,
LDL can become harmful by accumulating in blood vessels
walls.
This
can lead to blockages in arteries or unstable plaque
build-up which is prone to rupture and the formation
of blood clots. Levels of LDL and its subtypes are directly
related to the risk of heart attack and stroke.
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