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Query: UMLS:C0024523 (malabsorption)
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Single blind administration of EPA-rich omega-3 fatty acids at 3 dose levels of 3g, 6g and 12g/d (each dose lasting 3 weeks was separated by 2 weeks on placebo) lowered plasma TG levels and lecithin cholesterol acyltransferase-molar esterification rate (LCAT-MER) activity (6.12g/d). Lipolytic enzymes activity (LPL and HL) remained unchanged at these doses. Fat malabsorption was unlikely because of unmodified plasma beta-carotene, retinol and alpha-tocopherol levels.
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PMID:Hypotriglyceridemic action of omega-3 fatty acids in healthy subjects does not occur by enhanced lipoprotein lipase and hepatic lipase activities. 258 47