Behenic Acid
Also known as: Docosanoic Acid
Description
Behenic Acid is a type of Long-Chain Saturated Fatty Acid with a carbon chain length of 22 (C22:0) and a melting point of 80º C.
Behenic Acid normally comprises 0.6% to 1.68% of total fasting Red Blood Cell Fatty Acids.
Toxic Effects of Behenic Acid
Metabolism
Behenic Acid may increase total serum Cholesterol levels: [1]
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