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enzyme that breaks down phosphatidic acid in cell membranes
Phosphatidic Acid-Phospholipase A1 Alpha (PA-PLA1α) is an enzyme that specifically targets and breaks down phosphatidic acid, a type of lipid molecule found in cell membranes. This enzyme plays a crucial role in lipid metabolism and signaling pathways, which are important for various cellular processes, including membrane dynamics and energy storage.