What is LCFA?

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Long chain fatty acids they contain 16 to 18 carbon atoms.

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Description : What is the difference in absorption of MCFA from that of LCFA?

Last Answer : MCFA is absorbed directly to blood (not to lacteals, as in the case of LCFA). Further, after absorption, MCFA is carried by albumin in blood, whereas LCFA are absorbed as triglycerides and carried by chilomicrons.

Description : What is the difference in digestion of MCT from that of LCFA?

Last Answer : MCT containing triglycerides are digested by MCT-specific lipase. Pancreatic lipase and bile salts are not required.