Lutein, Zeaxanthin, and the Macular Pigm
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John T Landrum; Richard A Bone
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Article
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2001
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Elsevier Science
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English
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The predominant carotenoids of the macular pigment are lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin. The regular distribution pattern of these carotenoids within the human macula indicates that their deposition is actively controlled in this tissue. The chemical, structural, and optical characteristics o