Synopsis of arachidonic acid metabolism: A review

Sites of hydrolysis for each phospholipase (PLA1, PLA2, PLC and PLD). [Display omitted] Arachidonic acid (AA), a 20 carbon chain polyunsaturated fatty acid with 4 double bonds, is an integral constituent of biological cell membrane, conferring it with fluidity and flexibility. The four double bonds...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of advanced research 2018-05, Vol.11, p.23-32
Hauptverfasser: Hanna, Violette Said, Hafez, Ebtisam Abdel Aziz
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Sites of hydrolysis for each phospholipase (PLA1, PLA2, PLC and PLD). [Display omitted] Arachidonic acid (AA), a 20 carbon chain polyunsaturated fatty acid with 4 double bonds, is an integral constituent of biological cell membrane, conferring it with fluidity and flexibility. The four double bonds of AA predispose it to oxygenation that leads to a plethora of metabolites of considerable importance for the proper function of the immune system, promotion of allergies and inflammation, resolving of inflammation, mood, and appetite. The present review presents an illustrated synopsis of AA metabolism, corroborating the instrumental importance of AA derivatives for health and well-being. It provides a comprehensive outline on AA metabolic pathways, enzymes and signaling cascades, in order to develop new perspectives in disease treatment and diagnosis.
ISSN:2090-1232
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DOI:10.1016/j.jare.2018.03.005