noun
Medical term for the lipoprotein that carries cholesterol to tissues; often called 'bad cholesterol' in lay contexts.
低密度リポ蛋白質は動脈硬化のリスクを高める。
Low-density lipoprotein increases the risk of arteriosclerosis.
血液検査でLDLコレステロール値を調べた。
I had my LDL cholesterol level checked in a blood test.