Heptadecanoic acid is an odd-chain saturated fatty acid (OCS-FA) with oral activity. It can inhibit cell proliferation and induce apoptosis, demonstrating antitumor activity. It is associated with a number of diseases, including coronary heart disease, pre-diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and multiple sclerosis.
- Inhibits cell proliferation and migration
- Promotes apoptosis
- Associated with various disease research fields