Cholestanols
| Definition: |
Cholestanes substituted in any position with one or more hydroxy groups. They are found in feces and bile. In contrast to bile acids and salts, they are not reabsorbed. |
| Notes: |
do not confuse with CHOLESTANOL; beta-cholestanol = BETA-CHOLESTANOL see CHOLESTANOL |
| Previously Indexed: |
Cholestanes (1968-1977),Sterols (1966-1977) |
Cholestanols Categories.
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Cholestanol - A cholesterol derivative found in human feces, gallstones, eggs, and other biological matter. |
Cholestanols Definitions and Terms
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