MeSH definition : A family of biologically active compounds derived from arachidonic acid by oxidative
metabolism through the 5-lipoxygenase pathway. They participate in host defense reactions
and pathophysiological conditions such as immediate hypersensitivity and inflammation.
They have potent actions on many essential organs and systems, including the cardiovascular,
pulmonary, and central nervous system as well as the gastrointestinal tract and the
immune system.;
MeSH synonym : Leukotriene;
MeSH annotation : eicosanoids; GEN or unspecified; prefer specifics; /biosyn /physiol permitted; general or unspecified; prefer specifics;
Wikipedia link : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leukotriene;
A family of biologically active compounds derived from arachidonic acid by oxidative
metabolism through the 5-lipoxygenase pathway. They participate in host defense reactions
and pathophysiological conditions such as immediate hypersensitivity and inflammation.
They have potent actions on many essential organs and systems, including the cardiovascular,
pulmonary, and central nervous system as well as the gastrointestinal tract and the
immune system.