DPPC

D2P3P3C3

A form of dipalmitoylphosphatidylcholine — A major phospholipid in lung surfactant that reduces surface tension in the alveoli, helping keep the lungs open and preventing collapse during breathing.

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Meanings

nounDPPC (uncountable)
  1. abbreviationuncountableAbbreviation of dipalmitoylphosphatidylcholine.
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