Fatty Acids, Essential
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Long chain organic acid molecules that must be obtained from the diet. Examples are LINOLEIC ACIDS and LINOLENIC ACIDS. |
| Notes: |
GEN or unspecified; prefer specific groups or specific acid |
Fatty Acids, Essential Categories.
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Linoleic Acids - Eighteen-carbon essential fatty acids that contain two double bonds. |
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Linolenic Acids - Eighteen-carbon essential fatty acids that contain three double bonds. |
Fatty Acids, Essential Definitions and Terms
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