Essential Biochemistry - Chemistry Of Lipids (Section 1 - No. 29)
Which of the following lipids is deficient in infants with respiratory distress syndrome?
Sphingomyelin
Cardiolipin
Leukotrienes
Dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine
Explanation
Dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine is a major component of lung surfactant and is deficient in infants with respiratory distress syndrome.
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