Protein Deficiency Alters Rat Pancreatic Lipid Composition

Abstract
Pancreatic lipid composition was found to be altered in rats fed a protein-deficient diet for 4 wk. Increases in triglycerides and cholesteryl ester content were found in association with a decrease in phospholipids. Alterations in these lipids may adversely affect membrane function and predispose to pancreatic injury.