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Home Our Cancer Research Docosahexaenoic Acid, an Omega-3 Fatty Acid, Inhibits Macrophage Tumoricidal Activity
| Project Title: | Docosahexaenoic Acid, an Omega-3 Fatty Acid, Inhibits Macrophage Tumoricidal Activity |
| Research Institution: | Harvard University Medical School |
| State, Country: | MASSACHUSETTS |
| Researchers: | Christopher Y. Lu, M.D. |
| Year: | 1988 |
| Project Description: | Dr. Lu is examining how a polyunsaturated fatty acid found in fish oil interferes with the functioning of macrophages, which are part of the body's immune defense against cancer. |