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Interaction of 7-ketocholesterol with two major components of the inner leaflet of the plasma membrane: phosphatidylethanolamine and phosphatidylserine
- Source :
- Biochemistry. March 4, 2008, Vol. 47 Issue 9, 3004-3012
- Publication Year :
- 2008
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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