lipid secretion
[ˈlɪpɪd sɪˈkriːʃən]
nounpl: lipid secretions
secreção lipídica
1. The process by which cells release lipids (fats) into the extracellular space or bloodstream through exocytosis or other cellular mechanisms
Lipid secretion by hepatocytes is essential for the transport of cholesterol and triglycerides throughout the body.
A secreção lipídica pelos hepatócitos é essencial para o transporte de colesterol e triglicerídeos por todo o corpo.
2. The act or mechanism of discharging lipid molecules from cells, particularly in response to metabolic or hormonal signals
The rate of lipid secretion increases after a fatty meal due to hormonal stimulation.
A taxa de secreção lipídica aumenta após uma refeição gordurosa devido à estimulação hormonal.
This is a specialized scientific and medical term used primarily in academic, clinical, and research contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. It is not part of colloquial speech and appears mainly in medical literature, biochemistry courses, and healthcare settings. In the USA, it is exclusively used in scientific and medical contexts with no cultural or slang variations.
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