Module 2: Eicosanoid Messengers Flashcards
1
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What are eicosanoids messengers
A
variety of paracrines mostly derived from a fatty acid called arachnid acid
2
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What are eicosanoids messengers classifications
A
Lipophilic, intracellular receptors in the cytosol
3
Q
How does aspirin work
A
it is a COX inhibitor that reduces production of prostaglandins, which then allows the blood vessels to vasoconstrict