General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry: Structures of Life (5th Edition)

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Chapter 17 - Lipids - 17.2 Fatty Acids - Questions and Problems - Page 616: 17.17

Answer

Prostaglandins are integral in regulating blood pressure. They also stimulate smooth muscle movements and can therefore influence whether smooth muscles are contracted or relaxed. Finally, prostaglandins can be the root cause of inflammation and pain.

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Prostaglandins are integral in regulating blood pressure. They also stimulate smooth muscle movements and can therefore influence whether smooth muscles are contracted or relaxed. Finally, prostaglandins can be the root cause of inflammation and pain.
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