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Hyperlipoproteinemia Type III

Medical Definition: A rather uncommon form of familial hyperlipemia characterized by the presence of lipoproteins of abnormal composition. The main abnormal lipoproteins are called beta-VLDL and have a different apoprotein content and a higher proportion of cholesterol relative to triglyceride than normal VLDL.
Guide Notes: do not use /congen & do not coord with INFANT, NEWBORN, DISEASES
Previously Indexed: Hyperlipidemia/familial & genetic (1966-1979)

Hyperlipoproteinemia Type III Medical Definitions and Terms

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