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Cholestanols

Medical Definition:	Cholestanes substituted in any position with one or more hydroxy groups. They are found in feces and bile. In contrast to bile acids and salts, they are not reabsorbed.
Guide Notes:	do not confuse with CHOLESTANOL; beta-cholestanol = BETA-CHOLESTANOL see CHOLESTANOL
Previously Indexed:	Cholestanes (1968-1977),Sterols (1966-1977)

Cholestanols Categories.

Cholestanol - A cholesterol derivative found in human feces, gallstones, eggs, and other biological matter.

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