| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951527 | Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Molecular Cell Research | 2006 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
Phytanic acid (3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecanoic acid) is a branched chain fatty acid, which is a constituent of the human diet. The presence of the 3-methyl group of phytanic acid prevents degradation by beta-oxidation. Instead, the terminal carboxyl group is first removed by alpha-oxidation. The mechanism of the alpha-oxidation pathway and the enzymes involved are described in this review.
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Authors
Gerbert A. Jansen, Ronald J.A. Wanders,