Cardiolipin
Also known as: Acetone-Insoluble Antigen; Diphosphatidylglycerol; Heart Antigen
Description
Cardiolipin is a type of Phosphoglyceride Phospholipid.
Biological Function of Cardiolipin
Cardiovascular System
Cardiolipin helps to maintain optimal Heart function.
Cells
Cardiolipin concentrates in the inner membranes of Mitochondria.
Cardiolipin helps to maintain the permeability of Cell Membranes.
Metabolism
Cardiolipin provides structural support to several enzymes of the Electron Transport System.
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