So-called “good cholesterol” Crossword Clue

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So-called “good cholesterol” Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a lipoprotein that transports cholesterol in the blood; composed of a high proportion of protein and relatively little cholesterol; high levels are thought to be associated with decreased risk of coronary heart disease and atherosclerosis

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SO-CALLED (adjective)
1. doubtful or suspect
CHOLESTEROL (noun)
1. an animal sterol that is normally synthesized by the liver; the most abundant steroid in animal tissues

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