6(Z),9(Z),12(Z),15(Z)-Heneicosatetraenoic acid (CAS 24257-12-3)

6(Z),9(Z),12(Z),15(Z)-Heneicosatetraenoic acid, cataloged under CAS number 24257-12-3, is a polyunsaturated fatty acid with a chain of 21 carbons, distinguished by four cis-configured double bonds located at the 6th, 9th, 12th, and 15th positions. This specific configuration categorizes it within a group of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids that are significant for studying cellular lipid dynamics and interactions. The structure of this fatty acid notably influences the packing and fluidity of cell membranes, which are critical for the integrity and functionality of cellular compartments. In research, 6(Z),9(Z),12(Z),15(Z)-Heneicosatetraenoic acid has been employed to investigate the role of fatty acids in membrane architecture and the subsequent effects on membrane-associated processes such as signal transduction and nutrient transport. This acid′s unique properties make it a useful tool in studies aimed at understanding how variations in lipid composition can alter membrane properties and impact cellular behavior in diverse physiological and environmental conditions. Moreover, its involvement in lipid signaling pathways provides insights into how cells communicate and regulate various biological processes through modifications in lipid structures. Through such studies, this fatty acid helps explain fundamental aspects of biochemistry and cell biology, contributing to a deeper understanding of lipid functions and their roles in maintaining cellular health and stability.