Key protein that binds to LDL cholesterol identified

Tuesday, November 22, 2016 - 21:51 in Health & Medicine

A protein that plays an important role in the buildup of LDL cholesterol in blood vessels has been identified by researchers. The finding could lead to an additional strategy to block LDL accumulation, which could help prevent or slow the clogging of arteries that leads to heart disease, the researchers said.

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