The following points highlight the top three systems for fatty acid synthesis. The systems are: 1. Mitochondrial System 2. Microsomal System for Chain Elongation 3. Extra Mitochondrial System for De NOVO Synthesis. Fatty Acid Synthesis System # 1. Mitochondrial System: a. Mitochondria catalyze the incorporation of acetyl-CoA into long chain fatty acids under anaerobic conditions. b. The enzymes are mostly [...]
In this article we will discuss about Prostaglandins:- 1. Meaning of Prostaglandins 2. Chemistry of Prostaglandins 3. Functions 4. Clinical Importance 5. Side-effects 6. Metabolism 7. Inhibitors. Contents: Meaning of Prostaglandins Chemistry of Prostaglandins Functions of Prostaglandins Clinical Importance of Prostaglandins Side-effects of Prostaglandins Metabolism of Prostaglandins Inhibitors of Prostaglandins 1. Meaning of Prostaglandins: Prostaglandins are a group of naturally [...]
The below mentioned article provides a short note on the Oxidation of Fatty Acids. Introduction to Oxidation of Fatty Acids: Fatty acids are oxidized by β-, α- and ω-oxidation. Quantitatively, β-oxidation is the most important pathway. The term β-oxidation means the oxidation takes place in the β-carbon of the fatty acid with the removal of 2 carbon atoms at a [...]