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An estimated BCF of 270 was calculated for cholesterol(SRC), using an estimated log Kow of 8.7(1) and a regression-derived equation(2). According to a classification scheme(3), this BCF suggests the potential for bioconcentration in aquatic organisms is high(SRC).
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Vitamin A is effective for the treatment of Vitamin A...
- Biochemistry, Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a structural component of cell membranes and...
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Total cholesterol is defined as the sum of HDL, LDL, and VLDL. Usually, only the total, HDL, and triglycerides are measured. For cost reasons, the VLDL is usually estimated as one-fifth of the triglycerides and the LDL is estimated using the Friedewald formula (or a variant): estimated LDL = [total cholesterol] − [total HDL] − [estimated ...
29 lip 2022 · The chemical formula of cholesterol is C 27 H 46 O. This means it consists of 27 atoms of carbon, 46 atoms of hydrogen, and one atom of oxygen. Cholesterol’s structure consists of: a...
1 wrz 2024 · Cholesterol, a waxy substance that is present in blood plasma and in all animal tissues. Chemically, cholesterol is an organic compound belonging to the steroid family; its molecular formula is C27H46O. In its pure state it is a white, crystalline substance that is odourless and tasteless.
ChemSpider record containing structure, synonyms, properties, vendors and database links for Cholesterol, 57-88-5, Chol.
8 sie 2023 · Cholesterol is a structural component of cell membranes and serves as a building block for synthesizing various steroid hormones, vitamin D, and bile acids. Besides their structural role providing stability and fluidity, cholesterol also plays a crucial role in regulating cell function.[1][2][3]
14 maj 2022 · Cholesterol is starting ingredient for the synthesis of the steroid hormones including progesterone, estrogens, androgens (e.g., testosterone), glucocorticoids (e.g., cortisol), and mineralocorticoids (e.g., aldosterone). Cholesterol is also the precursor from which the body synthesizes vitamin D.
