gamma-Linolenic acid

Gamma-linolenic acid is a lipid of Fatty Acyls (FA) class. The involved functions are known as Drug Interactions. Gamma-linolenic acid often locates in Articular system.

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Raynaud Disease D011928 7 associated lipids
Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Adult D012128 15 associated lipids
Respiratory Insufficiency D012131 10 associated lipids
Salivary Gland Diseases D012466 1 associated lipids
Osteosarcoma D012516 50 associated lipids
Scleroderma, Systemic D012595 16 associated lipids
Scurvy D012614 2 associated lipids
Dermatitis, Seborrheic D012628 10 associated lipids
Seizures D012640 87 associated lipids
Stomach Ulcer D013276 75 associated lipids
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