Altered Levels of Desaturation and ω-6 Fatty Acids in Breast Cancer Patients’ Red Blood Cell Membranes

Altered Levels of Desaturation and ω-6 Fatty Acids in Breast Cancer Patients’ Red Blood Cell Membranes

Red blood cell (RBC) membrane can reflect fatty acid (FA) contribution from diet and biosynthesis. In cancer, membrane FAs are involved in tumorigenesis and invasiveness, and are indicated as biomarkers to monitor the disease evolution as well as potential targets for therapies and nutritional strat...

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Main Authors: Javier Amézaga, Gurutze Ugartemendia, Aitziber Larraioz, Nerea Bretaña, Aizpea Iruretagoyena, Joana Camba, Ander Urruticoechea, Carla Ferreri, Itziar Tueros
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-11-01
Series:Metabolites
Subjects:
arachidonic acid
breast cancer
linoleic acid
membrane lipidome
omega 6
red blood cell
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2218-1989/10/11/469

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