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| Lipid (Lipids) | Fat-soluble substances derived from animal or vegetable cells by nonpolar solvents (e.g. ether); the term can include the following types of materials: fatty acids, glycerides, phospholipids, alcohols and waxes. |
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| Lipitor® (atorvastatin) | A chemically modified version of the statin found in nature. |
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| Lipoproteins (Lipoprotein) | Molecules composed of lipids and proteins that carry fats and cholesterol through the bloodstream. |
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| Lovastatin | Generic for Merck’s brand Mevacor, it is the naturally occurring statin Monacolin-K. |
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| Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) | Also known as "bad" cholesterol, LDLs are large, dense, protein-fat particles composed of a moderate proportion of protein and a high proportion of cholesterol. Higher levels of LDLs are associated with a greater risk of cardiovascular disease. |
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| Lyophilize | Freeze-dried. |
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