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lysolecithin

lysolecithin

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A fat-like chemical in cell membranes that can send signals to cells
  • noun
  • /ˌlaɪsoʊˈlɛsɪθɪn/
  • Specialized
: lisolecitina
  • Some laboratory tests use lysolecithin to investigate nerve cell function.

Examples

  • The presence of lysolecithin can alter the structure of biological membranes.

  • Researchers studied the effects of lysolecithin on cell membranes.

  • The study focused on lysolecithin as a potential signaling molecule.

  • Researchers found that lysolecithins play a role in cell communication.

  • Researchers found that lysolecithin plays a crucial role in cell signaling within biological membranes.

  • In their study, the scientists measured the levels of lysolecithin in various cell types to understand its biological function.

  • Lysolecithin is often investigated for its potential impact on membrane integrity and cellular communication.

Surface Forms

lysolecithin singular
lysolecithins plural

Morphology

lysolecithin = lecithin (opaque) = lyso + lecithin

Formation is lyso- + lecithin (a biochemical modification), but the specific chemical meaning of 'lyso-' is technical and not inferable to an average B1 learner.

Etymology

Lysolecithin combines lyso- meaning 'to break' or 'loosen' and lecithin meaning 'egg yolk', a common substance in foods. So, lysolecithin is a form that can loosen parts of cell membranes and thus can change membrane behavior or act as a signal.