In this article we will discuss about the Mobilization of Fat from Adipose Tissue and its Metabolism:- 1. Meaning of Adipose Tissue 2. Influence of Hormones on Adipose Tissue 3. Role of Brown Adipose Tissue. Meaning of Adipose Tissue: Adipose tissue is the main store of triacylglycerol in the body. Adipose tissue was previously considered an inert storage depot for [...]
In this article we will discuss about the Formation and Synthesis of Eicosanoids. Formation of Eicosanoids: 1. Eicosanoids formed from arachidonate and some other C20 fatty acids with methylene-interrupted bonds, physiologically and pharmacologically active compounds known as prostaglandins (PG), thromboxane's (TX), and leukotriene's (LT). Physiologically, they are considered to act as local hormones. 2. Arachidonic acid, usually derived from the [...]
In this article we will discuss about the Metabolism of the Plasma Lipoproteins:- 1. Role of Lipoproteins 2. Apo lipoproteins 3. Electrophoretic Separation and their Normal Concentration in Human Plasma 4. Formation of Chylomicrons and VLDL 5. Metabolism of LDL 6. Metabolism of HDL 7. Abnormalities 8. Role of Liver 9. Role of Fatty Liver 10. Lipotropic Factor. Contents: Role [...]