MeSH definition : An abnormal lipoprotein present in large amounts in patients with obstructive liver
diseases such as INTRAHEPATIC CHOLESTASIS. LP-X derives from the reflux of BILE lipoproteins
into the bloodstream. LP-X is a low-density lipoprotein rich in free CHOLESTEROL and
PHOSPHOLIPIDS but poor in TRIGLYCERIDES; CHOLESTEROL ESTERS; and protein.;
An abnormal lipoprotein present in large amounts in patients with obstructive liver
diseases such as INTRAHEPATIC CHOLESTASIS. LP-X derives from the reflux of BILE lipoproteins
into the bloodstream. LP-X is a low-density lipoprotein rich in free CHOLESTEROL and
PHOSPHOLIPIDS but poor in TRIGLYCERIDES; CHOLESTEROL ESTERS; and protein.