Back to Search Start Over

Interaction of 7-ketocholesterol with two major components of the inner leaflet of the plasma membrane: phosphatidylethanolamine and phosphatidylserine

Authors :
Bach, Diana
Epand, Raquel F.
Epand, Richard M.
Wachtel, Ellen
Source :
Biochemistry. March 4, 2008, Vol. 47 Issue 9, 3004-3012
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

A study was conducted to explore the physical properties of bilayers of oxysterol (7-ketocholesterol), composed of the major lipid component of the cytoplasmic leaflet of the plasma membrane. The results provided insights into toxic effects of 7-ketocholesterol, which plays a significant role in antherosclerosis.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00062960
Volume :
47
Issue :
9
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Biochemistry
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.177626358