Triheptanoin

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Triheptanoin

Triheptanoin (pronunciation: /traɪˈhɛptəˌnɔɪn/) is a medical compound used as a source of energy and to treat certain metabolic disorders.

Etymology

The term "Triheptanoin" is derived from the Greek words "tri" meaning three, and "hepta" meaning seven, referring to the three seven-carbon fatty acid chains in its structure.

Definition

Triheptanoin is a triglyceride that is composed of three heptanoic acid molecules. It is an odd-chain fatty acid, which means it can provide anaplerotic substrates to replenish TCA cycle intermediates.

Usage

Triheptanoin is used in the treatment of long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders and certain types of epilepsy. It is also used as a dietary supplement to provide calories and promote weight gain in patients with cancer or HIV/AIDS.

Related Terms

  • Triglyceride: A type of fat found in the blood. Triheptanoin is a type of triglyceride.
  • Heptanoic acid: A seven-carbon saturated fatty acid. Triheptanoin is composed of three heptanoic acid molecules.
  • TCA cycle: Also known as the citric acid cycle or Krebs cycle, it is a series of chemical reactions used by all aerobic organisms to release stored energy.
  • Epilepsy: A neurological disorder marked by sudden recurrent episodes of sensory disturbance, loss of consciousness, or convulsions, associated with abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

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