The saturated fats and cholesterol help to maintain the structural integrity of the cell membrane while polyunsaturated fats allow fluidity. (drjockers.com)
They are also a source of essential fatty acids (EFA), which maintain functional integrity of cell membranes and are precursors of prostaglandins and leukotrienes. (merckvetmanual.com)
It plays an important role in keeping the integrity of the cell membrane and sustaining full cell cycle functionality. (fitnessandpower.com)