scav-4

scav-4 increases lipid droplets in worms.

“gain-of-function mutation in scav-4/CD36, which enhances BCFA absorption and exacerbates BCFA-induced LD enlargement”

Model organismsgain-of-function mutation

Branched chain fatty acid-rich diet promotes lipid droplet enlargement and impacts organismal health in Caenorhabditis elegans

bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)·Jan 20, 2025Preprint