This type of lipoprotein is often called "good cholesterol."
A) Chylomicron
B) VLDL
C) IDL
D) LDL
E) HDL

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HDL stands for high-density lipoprotein and it is often called "good cholesterol" because it helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream and carries it back to the liver for processing and removal from the body. High levels of HDL have been associated with decreased risk of heart disease.

This Type of Lipoprotein Is Often Called "Good Cholesterol