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Medically Important FA Flashcards

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For brain and retinal devt

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Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)

decrease in DHA –> risk for retinitis pigmentosa

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Omega 3 series

decrease risk for cardiovascular diseases

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alpha linolenic acid (ALA)
Timnodonic acid (EPA)
Cervonic acid (DHA)
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Omega 6 series

production of inflammatory mediators

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Linoleic acid
Linolenic acid
Arachidonic acid - SE FA; can be derived from linoleic acid

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