Question

The Dihomo-Gamma-Linolenic acid (DGLA, cis,cis,cis-8,11,14-eicosatrienoic acid) is:

(A). an $\omega$-6 fatty acid
(B). formed by conjugation of two linolenic acid molecules
(C). formed by elongation of $\gamma$-linolenic acid
(D). formed by isomerization of $\alpha$-linolenic acid

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• (A) and (D) only.
• (A) only.
• (A) and (C) only.
• (B) only.

Hint:

To quickly find the omega-classification (\(\omega\)-number) of any PUFA, subtract the position of the last double bond (the largest \(\Delta\) number) from the total carbon number.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C