Oxidation of Zeaxanthin and characterization of 3'-Alkyl Lutein ethers

One purpose of this study was to understand the oxidation metabolites of zeaxanthin, another was to prepare, purify, and characterize a series of 3'-alkyl lutein ethers for use as internal standards. Studies have proven that lutein and zeaxanthin are two of the principal carotenoids in human se...

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Main Author: Chi, Jie
Format: Others
Published: FIU Digital Commons 2001
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Online Access:http://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/etd/2161
http://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=3415&context=etd