In human platelets incubated with arachidonic acid, elaidic acid inhibits HHT and HETE formation while inducing prostaglandin and thromboxane synthesis.
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Applications
In human platelets incubated with arachidonic acid, elaidic acid inhibits HHT and HETE formation while inducing prostaglandin and thromboxane synthesis.
Solubility
Insoluble in water.
Notes
Air Sensitive. Keep container tightly closed. Store away from oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Mavis Abbey.; Paul J. Nestel. Plasma cholesteryl ester transfer protein activity is increased when trans-elaidic acid is substituted for cis-oleic acid in the diet. Atherosclerosis. 1994, 106, (1), 99-107.
- Laurent Lagrost. Differential effects of cis and trans fatty acid isomers, oleic and elaidic acids, on the cholesteryl ester transfer protein activity. Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Lipids and Lipid Metabolism. 1992, 1124, (2), 159-162.