Lipofuscin
| Definition: |
A naturally occurring lipid pigment with histochemical characteristics similar to ceroid. It accumulates in various normal tissues and apparently increases in quantity with age. |
| Notes: |
a lipid pigment |
| Previously Indexed: |
Lipids (1972-1974),Pigments (1972-1974) |
Lipofuscin Definitions and Terms
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