Which Lipid Acts as a "Tissue Hormone

Question

Which lipid acts as a "tissue hormone"?
A)Triglyceride
B)Prostaglandin
C)Steroid
D)Phospholipid

Accepted Answer

Prostaglandins are lipid molecules that act as "tissue hormones" by promoting various physiological responses such as inflammation, pain, and fever. They are synthesized in various tissues throughout the body and have a wide range of functions. Triglycerides, phospholipids, and steroids do not act as tissue hormones.