| Bioactivity | Dihomo-γ-linolenic acid (all-cis-8,11,14-Eicosatrienoic acid) is a 20-carbon ω-6 fatty acid, with anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative activities. Dihomo-γ-linolenic acid attenuates atherosclerosis in the apolipoprotein E deficient mouse model system[1][2][3]. |
| Invitro | Dihomo-γ-linolenic acid attenuates pro-inflammatory gene expression in human and mouse macrophages[2].Dihomo-γ-linolenic acid (50 μM; 24 hours) attenuates IFN-γ induced phosphorylation of STAT1 on serine 727[2].Dihomo-γ-linolenic acid attenuates IL-1β and TNF-α induced MCP-1 and ICAM-1 expression in human macrophages[2].Dihomo-γ-linolenic acid attenuates chemokine-driven monocytic migration and macrophage foam cell formation[2].Dihomo-γ-linolenic acid attenuates the expression of SR-A and CD36 in human macrophages[2].Dihomo-γ-linolenic acid modulates mitochondrial respiration[2].Dihomo-γ-linolenic acid modulates the properties of endothelial cells and VSMC[2]. Western Blot Analysis[2] Cell Line: |
| Name | Dihomo-γ-linolenic acid |
| CAS | 1783-84-2 |
| Formula | C20H34O2 |
| Molar Mass | 306.48 |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | Solution, -20°C, 2 years |