3hidroxiacilCoAból
3-hydroxyacyl-CoA is a crucial intermediate molecule in cellular metabolism, primarily involved in the breakdown and synthesis of fatty acids. It is a derivative of coenzyme A (CoA) and a hydroxyl group attached to the beta-carbon (the third carbon atom) of the acyl chain. This specific positioning of the hydroxyl group is key to its function in various metabolic pathways.
In the process of beta-oxidation, the catabolism of fatty acids, 3-hydroxyacyl-CoA is formed when the acyl-CoA
Conversely, 3-hydroxyacyl-CoA also plays a role in fatty acid synthesis. While the primary pathway for synthesis
The interconversion between 3-hydroxyacyl-CoA and other acyl-CoA derivatives is catalyzed by specific enzymes, highlighting its central