| omega-oxidation | Oxidation at the carbon atom farthest removed (ω-carbon) from the carboxyl group (carbon 1); thus, in this pathway, a dicarboxylic acid is formed; an important pathway in the degradation of prostaglandins. (05 Mar 2000) |
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| omega-oxidation theory | That the oxidation of fatty acids commences at the CH3 group, i.e., the terminal or omega-group; beta-oxidation then proceeds at both ends of the fatty acid chain. (05 Mar 2000) |
| eicosapentaenoic omega 3-epoxygenase | <enzyme> Forms 17,18-dihydroxy-5,8,11,14-eicosatetraenoic acid from 17(18)-epoxy-5,8,11,14-eicosatetraenoic acid; from seminal fluid of primates and sheep Registry number: EC 1.14.13.- Synonym: eicosapentaenoic acid omega3 epoxygenase, ep omega3-epoxygenase (26 Jun 1999) |
| fatty acids, omega-3 | A group of fatty acids, often of marine origin, which have the first unsaturated bond in the third position from the omega carbon. These fatty acids are believed to reduce serum triglycerides, prevent insulin resistance, improve lipid profile, prolong bleeding times, reduce platelet counts, and decrease platelet adhesiveness. (12 Dec 1998) |