Protectin

**Semantic type:** Organic Chemical

**Definition:** Fatty acids belonging to a group of specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPM) that are either endogenously-derived from the fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) or chemically synthesized, with potential anti-inflammatory and protective activities. Protectins promote the resolution of inflammatory responses in various tissues and may prevent tissue damage.

**Synonyms:** - Protectins