lipid storage

I. Literature review

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Namelipid storage
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Biological process

Exact synonym

lipid retention, retention of lipids, sequestration of lipids, storage of lipids

Description

The accumulation and maintenance in cells or tissues of lipids, compounds soluble in organic solvents but insoluble or sparingly soluble in aqueous solvents. Lipid reserves can be accumulated during early developmental stages for mobilization and utilization at later stages of development.

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