13:0 PC

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13:0 PC

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13:0 PC (PC(13:0/13:0)), also known as ditridecanoyl phosphatidyl choline (DTPC), is a phospholipid characterized by its unique structure that includes a polar head with a positively charged quaternary amine and a negatively charged phosphate, along with two non-polar fatty acid tails. This composition allows 13:0 PC to function effectively as a surfactant in mucus, while its amphiphilic nature makes it an essential component of cell membranes, particularly in endothelial cells, corneal epithelial cells, and fibroblasts. The liver synthesizes 13:0 PC, and it is also found in dietary sources such as eggs and soybeans. In addition, Avanti offers a diverse range of phosphatidylcholine products, including 13:0 PC, which are meticulously purified by HPLC to maintain their stability against oxidation and hydrolysis.

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