very-low-density lipoprotein particle
A triglyceride-rich lipoprotein particle that is typically composed of APOB100, APOE and APOCs and has a density of about 1.006 g/ml and a diameter of between 20-80 nm. It is found in blood and transports endogenous products (newly synthesized cholesterol and triglycerides) from the liver.
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triglyceride-rich plasma lipoprotein particle
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VLDL complex
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VLDL particle
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very-low-density lipoprotein complex
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