Which of the following fatty acid present in fish-oil is known for its cardio-protective function?
Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA): o3 fatty acid Present in fish-oil Known for its cardio-protective action EPA inhibits the formation of thromboxanes (TX2) which are potent platelet aggregators. Hence, the intake of o3 fatty acids promotes platelet disaggregation.
Arachidonic acid
Eicosapentaenoic acid
Linoleic acid
Palmitic acid
Lipoproteins