Cell Membrane Flashcards

1
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Arachidonic Acid

A

eicosanoid precursor- second messenger- derived from plasma membrane

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2
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Eicosanoids

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Local mediators in cell damage and inflammation

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3
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PLA1

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Regulated step of AA pathway- activates PLA 2

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4
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PLA2

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mobilizes AA

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5
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COX

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mediates formation of prostaglandins and thromboxane

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6
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LOX

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formation of leukotrienes and lipoxins

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