Chapter 9 - Lipofuscin Flashcards
1
Q
Lipofuscin is composed of…
A
Polymers of lipids and phospholipids complexed with protein
2
Q
Lipofuscin may be derived from…
A
Lipid peroxidation of polyunsaturated lipids of subcellular membranes
3
Q
Examples of organs where Lipofuscin can be frequently found
A
Heart, colon, liver, kidney, eye
4
Q
Lipofuscin is related to…
A
Aging