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Protectins
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Contents
Protectins are a family of specialized Specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs) that play a crucial role in controlling inflammation and promoting its resolution
These bioactive lipid molecules are derived from docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), an Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (Omega-3 PUFAs)
Serhan 2006 Food & Nutrition Research 50: 68-78
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[Anti-inflammatory Activity / Anti-inflammator…
References (Sources)
- Biosynthesis, metabolism and function of protectins and resolvins
- N-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and the Resolution of Neuroinflammation
- Resolvins and protectins: novel lipid mediators in anti-inflammation and resolution
- Resolvins, Protectins, and Maresins: DHA-Derived Specialized Pro-Resolving Mediators, Biosynthetic Pathways, Synthetic Approaches, and Their Role in Inflammation