Lipid Droplets

**Definition:** Dynamic cytoplasmic organelles found in almost all cells. They consist of a central core of LIPIDS surrounded by a phospholipid monolayer studded with surface proteins, and are involved in LIPID METABOLISM and storage.

**Tree numbers:** - A11.284.430.214.190.875.393

**Synonyms:** - Adiposomes - Lipid Bodies - Lipid Storage Bodies