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gamma-Linolenic acid

Chemical compound
gamma-Linolenic acid or GLA is an n−6, or omega-6, fatty acid found primarily in seed oils. When acting on GLA, arachidonate 5-lipoxygenase produces no leukotrienes and the conversion by the enzyme of arachidonic acid to leukotrienes is inhibited.... Wikipedia
Formula: C18H30O2
Appearance: Colorless oil
ATC code: D11AX02 (WHO)
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