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Scheme representing the biosynthesis of PUFAs in animals. Primary n-6 and n-3 fatty acids (in the form of linoleic and α-linolenic acid) must be provided from dietary intake because of an inability to desaturate oleic acid further. The enzyme activities required for this pathway are shown.
