Arachidonic (AA) acid is an important lipid involved in the production of inflammatory mediators such as prostaglandins. A common treatment of inflammatory conditions is the administration of corticosteroids. These drugs lower the expression of sPLA2. Describe how corticosteroid use leads to the lowering of prostaglandins.

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Arachidonic (AA) acid is an important lipid
involved in the production of inflammatory
mediators such as prostaglandins. A common
treatment of inflammatory conditions is the
administration of corticosteroids. These drugs
lower the expression of sPLA2. Describe how
corticosteroid use leads to the lowering of
prostaglandins.

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Arachidonic is a polyunsaturated fatty acid that acts as a precursor for the formation of prostaglandins. It is an essential fatty acid obtained from food.

Corticosteroid is a type of steroid medication that is closely related to the natural hormone cortisol. It is used in the treatment of various conditions including inflammation, asthma, rheumatic arthritis, and allergies. 

 

 

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