Very low density lipoprotein is composed mainly of triglycerides, another lipid or fat that is combined with proteins and also contains cholesterol. This lipoprotein changes to LDL in the blood and increases the risk of coronary heart disease.

see Very low-density lipoprotein

Very low density lipoprotein. the lipoprotein particles that initially leave the liver, carrying cholesterol and lipid

(Very-Low-Density Lipoprotein) A plasma lipoprotein that is produced primarily by the liver with lesser amounts contributed by the intestine, that contains relatively large amounts of Triglycerides compared to protein, and that leaves a residue of cholesterol in the tissues during the process of conversion to LDL — compare HDL, LDL

Very low density lipoprotein. a lipoprotein, related to triglycerides, that is linked to atherosclerosis.

The type of lipoprotein made primarily by liver cells to transport lipids to various tissues in the body; composed primarily of triglycerides.