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Leukotriene D4

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Leukotriene D4
Leukotriene D4.svg
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
ChEBI
ChEMBL
ChemSpider
MeSH Leukotriene+D4
UNII
CompTox Dashboard (EPA)
Properties
Chemical formula
C25H40N2O6S
Molar mass 496.661 g/mol
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).

Leukotriene D4 (LTD4) is one of the leukotrienes. Its main function in the body is to induce the contraction of smooth muscle, resulting in bronchoconstriction and vasoconstriction. It also increases vascular permeability. LTD4 is released by basophils. Other leukotrienes that function in a similar manner are leukotrienes C4 and E4. Pharmacological agents that inhibit the function of these leukotrienes are leukotriene receptor antagonists (e.g. Zafirlukast, montelukast) and are useful for asthmatic individuals.

Eicosanoid synthesis. (Leukotrienes at right.)

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