About The Medical Condition Leukotrienes

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Leukotrienes

Leukotrienes Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Leukotrienes Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Leukotrienes?

A family of biologically active compounds derived from arachidonic acid by oxidative metabolism through the 5-lipoxygenase pathway. They participate in host defense reactions and pathophysiological conditions such as immediate hypersensitivity and inflammation. They have potent actions on many essential organs and systems, including the cardiovascular, pulmonary, and central nervous system as well as the gastrointestinal tract and the immune system.

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