Protein deficiency alters rat pancreatic lipid composition

Wilson, J.S.; Korsten, M.A.; Lieber, C.S.

Journal of Nutrition 116(10): 2055-2058

1986


ISSN/ISBN: 0022-3166
PMID: 3772531
Document Number: 283112
Pancreatic lipid composition was found to be altered in rats fed a protein-deficient diet for 4 wk. Increases in triglycerides and cholesteryl ester content were found in association with a decrease in phospholipids. Alterations in these lipids may adversely affect membrane function and predispose to pancreatic injury.

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