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What is the type of blood fat that helps transport cholesterol out of the arteries?
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∙ 14y ago
It is known as high density lippo-proteins, or HDL for short.
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What Helps control fluid and electrolyte balance and lowers blood cholesterol level?
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What is the lining of arteries and veins made of that helps them propel blood?
smooth muscle
