Origin of biliary cholesterol and lecithin in the rat: contribution of new synthesis and preformed hepatic stores.

The contribution of de novo synthesis to the secretion of cholesterol and lecithin in bile was assessed in isolated rat livers, perfused with a lipid-free medium. Cholesterol and lecithin synthesis were measured by the incorporation of tritiated water and [14C]-choline, respectively. Taurocholate st...

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Main Authors: S J Robins, H Brunengraber
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 1982-05-01
Series:Journal of Lipid Research
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022227520381244