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| Leukotriene B4 | |
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| CAS number | [71160-24-2] |
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| Molecular formula | C20H32O4 |
| Molar mass | 336.466 |
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Leukotriene B4 is a leukotriene involved in inflammation. It is produced from leukocytes in response to inflammatory mediators and is able to induce the adhesion and activation of leukocytes on the endothelium, allowing them to bind to and cross it into the tissue[1]. In neutrophils, it is also a potent chemoattractant, and is able to induce the formation of reactive oxygen species and the release of lysosome enzymes by these cells[1].
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