Cholesterol

/kəlˈɛstəɹˌɒl/

/kəˈɫɛstɝˌɔɫ/, /kəˈɫɛstɝəɫ/

Cholesterol

a substance high in fat and found in blood and most body tissues, a high amount of which correlates with an increased risk of heart disease

Example

The test results showed abnormal levels of cholesterol in his blood.

Smoking and high cholesterol contribute to the development of arteriosclerosis.

The serum test results revealed elevated levels of cholesterol in the patient's bloodstream.

Sam's doctor prescribed atorvastatin to control his cholesterol levels.

The doctor prescribed drastic measures to lower his patient's cholesterol levels.

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