The Metabolic Role of Peroxisome in Health and Disease
Peroxisomes are cell organelles that have functions for the provision of homeostasis and sustainable cellular health. They are indispensable for lipid metabolism and free radical detoxification. A disruption in the peroxisomal pathway can cause irreparable problems or death for the organism. This bo...
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| Format: | Electronic Book Chapter |
| Language: | English |
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IntechOpen
2022
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| Series: | Physiology
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| Online Access: | DOAB: download the publication DOAB: description of the publication |
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| Summary: | Peroxisomes are cell organelles that have functions for the provision of homeostasis and sustainable cellular health. They are indispensable for lipid metabolism and free radical detoxification. A disruption in the peroxisomal pathway can cause irreparable problems or death for the organism. This book provides a comprehensive overview of peroxisomes, including their role in cell health and diseases such as cancer. |
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| Physical Description: | 1 electronic resource (148 p.) |
| ISBN: | intechopen.95145 9781803559193 9781803559186 9781803559209 |
| Access: | Open Access |