Molecular Function
prostaglandin degradation
pros·ta·glan·din deg·ra·da·tion
Definitions related to prostaglandin degradation:
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Prostaglandin Degradation consists of conjugation, transport, and/or oxidation of compounds derived primarily from arachidonic acid (cyclooxygenase pathway) (prostaglandins) having potent regulatory effects on the activity of cells involved in host defense and inflammation.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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(prostaglandin catabolic process) The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the breakdown of prostaglandin.Gene Ontology DictionaryGene Ontology Consortium, 2021
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