kephalin

/ˈkɛfəlɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A phospholipid with a single unsaturated bond in its acyl chain; a component of lecithin.

“The researchers isolated kephalin from the egg yolk and studied its properties.”

2. noun

A type of phospholipid found in the brain, involved in the structure and function of cell membranes.

“Kephalin plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of brain cells.”

Synonyms

  • lecithin
  • phospholipid