5-HEPE

    Last Updated: August 16, 2022

    5-HEPE is a metabolite of the omega-3 fatty acid eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). This metabolite is produced by neutrophils (an immune cell) and helps with cell-to-cell communication.

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    Examine Database: 5-HEPE

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    Examine Database References

    1. Fish Oil - Nielsen MS, Gammelmark A, Madsen T, Obel T, Aardestrup I, Schmidt EBThe effect of low-dose marine n-3 fatty acids on the biosynthesis of pro-inflammatory 5-lipoxygenase pathway metabolites in overweight subjects: a randomized controlled trialProstaglandins Leukot Essent Fatty Acids.(2012 Jul)