sphingomyelin

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sphingomyelin (plural sphingomyelins)

(biochemistry) a phospholipid, derived from sphingosine and choline, found in nerve tissue

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The intertwining hydrocarbon chains of sphingomyelin serve to strengthen the myelin sheath. Source: Internet

While glycerophospholipids are the major component of biological membranes, other non-glyceride lipid components such as sphingomyelin and sterols (mainly cholesterol in animal cell membranes) are also found in biological membranes. Source: Internet

Typically a lecithin sphingomyelin ratio greater than 1.5 is associated with increased lung maturity. Source: Internet

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