dipalmitoylphosphatidylcholine en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˌdaɪˌpæl.mɪˌtoʊ.ɪlˌfɒs.fəˌtɪd.ɪlˈkoʊ.liːn/
Etymology
From dipalmitoyl + phosphatidylcholine
Meanings
- (uncountable) A major phospholipid in lung surfactant that reduces surface tension in the alveoli, helping keep the lungs open and preventing collapse during breathing.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| DPPC | Abbr=Yes | lexicographic |
Relateds
dimyristoylphosphatidylcholine · dimyristoylphosphatidylethanolamine · dipalmitoylphosphatidylethanolamine